Gardiner lost against Messalonskee back in September of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Gardiner Tigers fell 13-6 to the Messalonskee Eagles.
Messalonskee was led to victory by Tatum Doucette and Denny Martin. Doucette rushed for 89 yards, while Martin picked up 26 receiving yards and a touchdown. Martin was even better on defense, forcing a fumble and making three total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Gardiner now has a losing record at 2-3. As for Messalonskee, the victory got them back to even at 2-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Gardiner will square off against Skowhegan at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Gardiner's defense has only allowed 16.6 points per game this season, so Skowhegan's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Messalonskee, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Lawrence at 7:00 p.m.
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