Melbourne had to endure a six-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They strolled past the Satellite Scorpions with points to spare on Friday, taking the game 24-7. This was payback for the Bulldogs, who suffered a 25-8 loss the last time these two teams met.
Melbourne found their leader in underclassman Kymarion Johnson, who rushed for 138 yards and two touchdowns. The dominant performance also gave Johnson a new career-high in rushing yards.
Melbourne was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 215 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 173 rushing yards in three consecutive matchups.
Melbourne's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Satellite, they are on a seven-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Melbourne will face off against South Fork at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Satellite, they will challenge Eau Gallie at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Eau Gallie will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Satellite surely won't give up without a fight.
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