Bridgeton's offense rose to the challenge against a Eagles defense that boasted an average of only 14.75 points allowed on Friday. The Bridgeton Bulldogs had just enough and edged the Egg Harbor Township Eagles out 32-29. The Bulldogs' win was nothing new given the team hasn't lost yet this season.
Despite the defeat, Egg Harbor Township saw an underclassman step up: Xavier Cocci rushed for 75 yards and two touchdowns, and also threw for 86 yards and a touchdown. Cocci is on a roll when it comes to rushing touchdowns, as he's now punched in two or more in the last three games he's played dating back to last season. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Joseph Lacross, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Bridgeton's victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 3-0. As for Egg Harbor Township, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 3-1.
Bridgeton is headed away from home for the first time to square off against Deptford on Friday. Bridgeton is facing Deptford at the right time seeing as Deptford is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Egg Harbor Township, they will face off against Cherry Hill East at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Egg Harbor Township's defense has only allowed 14.8 points per game this season, so Cherry Hill East's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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