A win for South Eugene just wasn't in the cards on Friday as the team wasn't able to take the lead at any point. They came up short against the Springfield Millers, falling 40-20. Despite 98 more yards than the Millers, the Axe couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
Felix Olietti threw for 109 yards and two touchdowns, and also rushed for 100 yards.
Isaiah Francis was his top target, picking up 64 receiving yards.
It was another big night for Noah Solo, who rushed for 177 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 8.9 yards per carry, and also threw for 53 yards and a touchdown for Springfield. With that strong performance, Solo is now averaging an impressive 104.6 rushing yards per game. Clay Rhoades also helped with two touchdowns in total.
South Eugene dropped their record down to 0-6 with the defeat, which was their eighth straight on the road dating back to last season. As for Springfield, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-6.
South Eugene will be playing in front of their home fans against Roseburg at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. South Eugene is facing Roseburg at the right time seeing as Roseburg is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Springfield, they are taking a road trip to take on Eagle Point at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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