Nevada Union's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They claimed a resounding 48-6 win over the El Camino Eagles on the road. That looming 48-6 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Miners yet this season.
Rhyder Eelkema continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines, rushing for 180 yards and three touchdowns on only six carries. With that strong performance, he is now averaging an impressive 107.8 rushing yards per game. Brandon Mccallum was another key rusher, rushing for 63 yards and two touchdowns.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Nevada Union was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 350 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since was before the start of last season.
One reason for the win was Nevada Union's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for three sacks. In fact, those sacks all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Daniel Demario.
Nevada Union's victory bumped their record up to 3-1. As for El Camino, they are on a ten-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Nevada Union will face off against River Valley at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Nevada Union's defense has only allowed 17.2 points per game this season, so River Valley's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for El Camino, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Dixon at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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