Eastside had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They blew past the Southside Tigers, posting a 41-0 win on the road. That's more bragging rights for the Eagles, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Eastside's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Eli Foster, who rushed for 122 yards and two touchdowns. Peyton Schrader was another key passer, rushing for 71 yards and a touchdown on only ten carries.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Eastside was moving up and down the field and finished the game with 530 total yards. That's the most total yards they've posted since back in September of 2023.
Eastside wouldn't let Southside keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. Eastside can thank Jaquavious Dodd and Justin Hawthorne for forcing all of them. Another thorn in Southside's side was Mj Posey, who picked up two sacks and made eight total tackles.
Eastside will look to take advantage of their home-field for the first time this season as they take on Carolina Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Eastside will be looking to keep their four-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. As for Southside, they are packing up and heading out on the road for their first away game this season. they square off against Liberty at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Southside is looking for their season?s first win.
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