Eagles open at Elkmont
BY CHRIS YOW STAFF WRITER - MOULTON ADVERTISER
It took a last-second interception to secure a 19-16 win in last year's jamboree against Elkmont for East Lawrence.
This year, the Eagles hope a veteran offense and revamped defense can overcome the Red Devils once again.
Elkmont returns just five starters from last season. The Devils lost do-it-all quarterback Hayden Huseth to graduation, and will likely rely on sophomore Jared Bailey to pick up where Huseth left off. In addition to losing Huseth, Elkmont must replace leading receiver Cole Glass, something the Red Devils may find more challenging than they would like. East Lawrence will counter the Red Devils youth with experience. The Eagles return five starting offensive linemen, all seniors. Something head coach Ernie Feguson is very excited about.
In addition to the linemen, 2011 Advertiser Player of the Year Terrance Deloney returns, giving the Eagles an offensive weapon not many teams will be able to defend. Defensively, East Lawrence coaches are optimistic about this season, much more so than last. The numbers are up, although depth might be a problem. Counteracting the Red Devils' Wing-T offense will be the true test. Elkmont runs their offense out of shotgun, much like the Eagles.
Ferguson knows his team will need to be focused and disciplined to slow down Elkmont, but feels like his team is prepared.
This year, the Eagles hope a veteran offense and revamped defense can overcome the Red Devils once again.
Elkmont returns just five starters from last season. The Devils lost do-it-all quarterback Hayden Huseth to graduation, and will likely rely on sophomore Jared Bailey to pick up where Huseth left off. In addition to losing Huseth, Elkmont must replace leading receiver Cole Glass, something the Red Devils may find more challenging than they would like. East Lawrence will counter the Red Devils youth with experience. The Eagles return five starting offensive linemen, all seniors. Something head coach Ernie Feguson is very excited about.
In addition to the linemen, 2011 Advertiser Player of the Year Terrance Deloney returns, giving the Eagles an offensive weapon not many teams will be able to defend. Defensively, East Lawrence coaches are optimistic about this season, much more so than last. The numbers are up, although depth might be a problem. Counteracting the Red Devils' Wing-T offense will be the true test. Elkmont runs their offense out of shotgun, much like the Eagles.
Ferguson knows his team will need to be focused and disciplined to slow down Elkmont, but feels like his team is prepared.
Game Time: August 23 - 6:30 pm
Location: Elkmont High School
Location: Elkmont High School
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