Viera has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 13 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They came up short against the Titusville Terriers, falling 35-14. That makes it the first time this season the Hawks have let down their home crowd.
When it comes to explaining why Viera lost, don't look at Eric Nelson. Despite the final result, he rushed for 92 yards and two touchdowns. The dominant performance gave Nelson a new career-high in rushing yards. Backing up that air attack was Ryan Boobar, who rushed for 92 yards.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Viera was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 229 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
This is the second loss in a row for Viera and nudges their season record down to 2-2. As for Titusville, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Viera will face off against Tohopekaliga at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Viera's defense has only allowed 13 points per game this season, so Tohopekaliga's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Titusville, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Spruce Creek at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Spruce Creek knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 point or more in their past three games -- so hopefully Titusville likes a good challenge.
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