East Columbus was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat dating back to last season. They were dealt a 73-6 loss at the hands of the Pender Patriots. The Gators lost against the Patriots in their previous head to head back in September of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 36-0 score last time.
Jeremiah Johnson was his usual excellent self, rushing for 122 yards and three touchdowns on only nine carries for Pender. That high mark didn't come from nowhere: Johnson now rushed for 122 or more in the last four games he's played dating back to last season. Another back making a difference was Jahiem Lambe, who rushed for 60 yards and two touchdowns.
East Columbus' defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Pender, their victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 3-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. East Columbus will face off against East Bladen at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. East Columbus is facing East Bladen at the right time seeing as East Bladen is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Pender, they will challenge South Columbus at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Pender's defense has only allowed ten points per game this season, so South Columbus' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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