Newton extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 1-3. They came up short against the Mt. Carmel Golden Aces, falling 32-7. While losing is never fun, the Eagles can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Illinois football rankings (they are ranked 415th, while the Golden Aces are ranked 195th).
As for Mt. Carmel, the victory got them back to even at 2-2. With that win, they brought their scoring average up to 26.5 points per game.
Mt. Carmel was led to victory by River Deisher and Elliott Acree. Deisher rushed for 120 yards and one TD while picking up 7.1 yards per carry, while Acree rushed for 112 yards and one touchdown.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Newton will take on Richland County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Eagles will need to watch out since the Tigers have now posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season. As for Mt. Carmel, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Paris at 7:00 p.m. The Tigers' defense has only allowed 13.8 points per game this season, so the Golden Aces' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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