After flying high against Winona last Friday, Elkhart came back down to earth. The Elks were beaten by the New Diana Eagles 58-30 on Friday. The Elks lost against the Eagles in their previous head to head back in November of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 76-24 score last time.
When it comes to explaining why Elkhart lost, don't look at Dalton Walker. Despite the final result, he rushed for 219 yards and four TDs while picking up 9.5 yards per carry. Walker was no stranger to the big play, taking off on a dash that went for 58 yards.
Elkhart's defeat was their fifth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 2-8. As for New Diana, the victory got them back to even at 5-5.
Elkhart does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for New Diana, they will take on Newton at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. New Diana will need to watch out since Newton has now posted at least 31 points in their last eight games.
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