Newark/Marion had to endure a five-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They managed a 35-30 win over the Clyde-Savannah Golden Eagles on Friday. This was payback for Newark/Marion, who suffered a 44-32 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Michael McGavisk was the offensive standout of the game as he threw for 173 yards and three touchdowns. Sam Underhill was McGavisk's top target, picking up 35 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Despite the loss, Clyde-Savannah still got an impressive performance from ZyMere Smith, who rushed for 239 yards and a touchdown while picking up 8.9 yards per carry, and also picked up 37 receiving yards and a touchdown. Smith didn't just play on offense: he also made six total tackles (1.0 for loss) and defended a pass.
Newark/Marion's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Clyde-Savannah, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 1-3.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Newark/Marion will venture away from home to challenge Midlakes at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Clyde-Savannah, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Penn Yan Academy/Dundee at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Penn Yan Academy/Dundee knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 points or more in their past three matchups -- so hopefully Clyde-Savannah likes a good challenge.
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