Cedar Creek had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They enjoyed a cozy 20-6 win over the Eastside Tigers on Saturday. For the Pirates, this counts as revenge for the 26-8 loss the Tigers walked away with the last time they faced one another back in September of 2023.
Aamir Dunbar had an outrageously good game as he rushed for 147 yards and two touchdowns. He didn't just play on offense: he also picked up a sack and made four total tackles (1.0 for loss).
Cedar Creek's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged three passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Frenchmon Bethea and Jahmir Campfield. Campfield also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, making two total tackles and defending two passes in addition to snagging an interception. Another thorn in Eastside's side was Mandel Pettiford Jr., who picked up a sack and made eight total tackles (4.0 for loss).
Cedar Creek will host Absegami on Friday. As for Eastside, they will venture away from home to challenge Willingboro at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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