Spring-Ford couldn't quite beat Downingtown East on Friday, but the three-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the 42-point loss they were dealt last Friday. The Spring-Ford Rams fell just short of the Downingtown East Cougars by a score of 17-14. The Rams have struggled against the Cougars recently, as their contest on Friday was their third consecutive lost matchup.
When it comes to explaining why Spring-Ford lost, don't look at Matt Zollers. Despite the final result, he rushed for 174 yards and two touchdowns on only 11 carries. Zollers' longest rush was for an incredible 78 yards.
Even though they lost, Spring-Ford was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 204 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in September of 2023.
Spring-Ford now has a losing record at 1-2. As for Downingtown East, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Spring-Ford will challenge Downingtown West at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Downingtown East, they will host Boyertown at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Downingtown East is facing Boyertown at the right time seeing as Boyertown is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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