Matchup: Emmaus (0-1) vs Becahi (1-0)
When/Where: Friday 7 p.m./BASD Stadium
Coverage: LIVE Internet webcast: The Eastern Pa. Sports Network (Pregame: 6:30 p.m.). Link: https://easternpasportsnet1.mixlr.com/events/4493007
Coaches: Emmaus: Harold Fairclough (10th season, 72-32); Becahi: Joe Bernard (1st season)
Last week: Emmaus lost to Neshaminy 30-0; Becahi defeated East Pennsboro 28-10
Recent meetings/streak: 2024 – Emmaus 31-21 … Hornets have won 6 straight in the series
Players to keep an eye on:
Emmaus – Sr. QB Jerek Cooper, Jr. RB/LB Jay Santos, Sr. WR/CB Kai Jefferson-Rushing, Jr. WR/FS Tyler Carmosky, Sr. OL/DL Robert Edwards, Sr. OL/DL Brody McHugh
Becahi – Sr. QB/S Cayden Vassa, Jr. WR/DB Carter Vassa, RB Justin Martinez, Sr. OL/DL Emile Ayache, Jr. QB/DE Axel Burkhart
GAME NOTES: Hornets look to bounce back following a disappointing loss to Neshaminy last Friday at EPSD Stadium in a game in which they were outgained 451-170. It was the first time since the 2007 season that Emmaus had been shutout at home … In a losing effort, RB Jay Santos rushed for 93 yards and had four tackles … Becahi opened their season with an 18-point win over East Pennsboro. The Golden Hawks led by just four at the half (14-10) before outscoring the visitors 14-0 in the second half. QB Cayden Vassa was 7-12 for 76 yards before leaving the game with cramping. Backup Axel Burkhart led the offense after halftime going 12-13 and 104 yards …WR Carter Vassa had 10 receptions for 98 yards. The Golden Hawks return 8 starters on offense and 7 on defense