Union City unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were beaten by the Tri Titans 60-7 on Friday. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it four in a row.
Jayson Connor threw for 70 yards and one touchdown. Jalen Claywell was his top target, picking up 28 receiving yards and one score. On the ground, Gavin Elmore rushed for 34 yards.
This one was won in the trenches and the lion's share of the credit has to go to Masyn Chalfant and Isaiah Dewitt. Chalfant rushed for 189 yards and three TDs on only seven carries while Dewitt rushed for 156 yards and four scores on only five carries. Chalfant really tore up the turf during one magnificent 79-yard run. Cole Melton got in on the action as well, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Union City is packing up and heading out for their first away game of the season: they will take on Monroe Central at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Tri, they will head out to square off against Northeastern at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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