After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, East brought some dynamite into their most recent contest. They walked away with a 40-28 win over the Manchester Greyhounds on Friday. The victory was some much needed relief for the Tartans as it spelled an end to their five-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Manchester lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Ronnie Elam, who picked up 146 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Mason Gilliam was another key player, gaining 165 total yards and a touchdown.
East's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Manchester, their loss dropped their record down to 2-2.
East will challenge Eastern at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Eastern will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something East surely won't give up without a fight. As for Manchester, they will face off against Miami Valley Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Miami Valley Christian Academy's defense has only allowed 17.2 points per game this season, so Manchester's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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