Friday just wasn't the day for Eastside's offense. They were beaten by the Lancaster Eagles 43-0 on Friday. While losing is never fun, the Lions can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 916th, while the Eagles are ranked 357th).
Davontae Richardson threw for 62 yards on seven of 18 attempts. On the ground,
Nehemiah Shannon rushed for 29 yards.
Jacob Walker was his usual excellent self, rushing for 129 yards and two touchdowns on only eight carries for Lancaster. The bulk of those rushing yards came from one huge play: a run that gained an incredible 69 yards. Jayson Wilson was another key player, throwing for 107 yards and a touchdown while completing 80% of his passes.
Eastside dropped their record down to 1-4 with the loss, which was their third straight at home. As for Lancaster, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Eastside will take on Antelope Valley at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Antelope Valley will be hoping to continue their four-game streak of scoring more points each contest than the last. As for Lancaster, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Quartz Hill at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Lancaster's defense has only allowed ten points per game this season, so Quartz Hill's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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