This season hasn't been kind to The East Jefferson [Port Townsend/Chimacum] Rivals, who are still winless after their eighth game. They took a serious blow against Bellevue Christian on Saturday, falling 48-13. East Jefferson [Port Townsend/Chimacum] lost against Bellevue Christian in their previous head to head back in October of 2022, too, but the margin this time around was much wider than the 61-20 score last time.
When it comes to explaining why East Jefferson [Port Townsend/Chimacum] lost, one person who can't be blamed is Cash Holmes. Despite the final result, he picked up 138 receiving yards and a touchdown, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground. Holmes' longest reception was for an incredible 84 yards.
East Jefferson [Port Townsend/Chimacum]'s loss was their third straight at home, which dropped their overall record down to 0-8. That rough patch could be blamed on the team's offensive performance across that stretch, as they only averaged 8.3 points per game. As for Bellevue Christian, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 2-7.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. East Jefferson [Port Townsend/Chimacum] will take on Blaine at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Blaine is coming into the match on a three-game losing streak. As for Bellevue Christian, they will be playing at home against Vashon Island at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Vashon Island comes in on a streak of failing to score more than seven points in their last three games, a trend the squad is of course eager to reverse.
