Neshannock gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Friday. They snuck past the Mohawk Area Warriors with a 42-37 win. That's more bragging rights for the Lancers, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Neshannock's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Anthony Eakin, who rushed for 133 yards and a touchdown on only 14 carries. Eakin's longest rush was for an incredible 78 yards. Dom Cubellis was in the mix as well, providing Neshannock with three touchdowns touchdowns.
Neshannock didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Cubellis and Ashton Allison.
Mohawk Area's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Blake Logan, who picked up 167 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Another player making a difference was Bobby Fadden, who threw for 254 yards and two touchdowns.
Neshannock is headed away from home for the first time to face off against Union Area at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Neshannock is looking to tack on another W to their five-game streak on the road dating back to last season. As for Mohawk Area, they will be defending their home-field for the first time for the first time when they go up against Laurel at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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