Merritt Island has been away from home for two games now, but on Friday they'll finally make their return. They will welcome the ED White Commanders at 6:30 p.m. Both come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Merritt Island will head into Friday's contest hoping to keep the good times rolling: they proved they can win big two weeks ago (they won by 39) but on Friday they proved they can win the close ones too. They had just enough and edged St. Cloud out 26-23.
Delvonte Williams had a dynamite game for Merritt Island, rushing for 176 yards. The team also got some help courtesy of Donterrius Robinson Jr., who picked up 102 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Merritt Island's defense stepped up as well, laying out Logan King. three times. Jarvis Howell was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up two sackshimself. He is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made five or more in the last four games he's played dating back to last season. Jace Jordan was another major factor on D, making eight total tackles and defending four passes in addition to snagging an interception.
Merritt Island was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 251 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Meanwhile, ED White waltzed into their match on Friday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They enjoyed a cozy 21-6 win over the Braves.
Joseph Williams was nothing short of spectacular: he rushed for 104 yards and a touchdown, and also picked up 45 receiving yards. The dominant performance gave him a new career-high in rushing yards. Landon Francis also helped out with an impressive 104 receiving yards.
ED White wouldn't let Parker keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. It was truly a group effort as Javon Johnson, Mark Shiloh, and Shiloh picked up one apiece.
Merritt Island's victory was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 4-1. As for ED White, their win bumped their record up to 3-1.
Friday's matchup might be decided in the on the ground. Merritt Island has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 169.2 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like ED White struggles in that department as they've been averaging 159.5. It's looking like Friday's game might have some serious battles in the trenches. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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