Melbourne gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Friday. They claimed a resounding 58-7 win over the Cocoa Beach Minutemen. The final result isn't all that surprising considering the Bulldogs' considerable advantage in MaxPreps' Florida football rankings (they are ranked 173rd, while the Minutemen are ranked 477th).
Leading Melbourne to victory were Edrick Hall and Tyrese Jefferson. Hall rushed for 37 yards and two scores, while Jefferson rushed for 67 yards and three touchdowns on only five carries.
Melbourne's run defense was locked in: Cocoa Beach could only muster 2.8 yards per carry. The team can thank Tyler Gagen for the heroic effort on defense: he. Melbourne didn't have any issues in that department, having averaged 10.9.
Melbourne's defense didn't let Remy Vigne., get away unscathed either: they got into the backfield for three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Daniel Negron, Darius Corbett, and Silas Walters, who each picked up one sack apiece.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Melbourne will head out to take on Merritt Island at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Cocoa Beach, they will venture away from home to square off against Master's Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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