South Eugene was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their eighth straight loss. They lost 27-6 to the North Eugene Highlanders. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Axe of the 43-40 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in October of 2023.
North Eugene was led to victory by D'Mariyae Ireland and Brody Gilliam. Ireland rushed for 150 yards and a touchdown while picking up 7.5 yards per carry, while Gilliam threw for 187 yards and two touchdowns. The dominant performance gave Gilliam a new career-high in rushing yards.
South Eugene's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for North Eugene, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. South Eugene will take on Willamette at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for North Eugene, they will face off against Eagle Point at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. North Eugene is facing Eagle Point at the right time seeing as Eagle Point is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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