East Football Defeats Riverside to Improve to 2-0 in Conference

East football defeated Riverside High School 35-28 to spoil the hosts Homecoming game and start 2-0 in conference. The Wildcats shook off a poor first half to defeat the Pirates on the high school version of Monday Night Football. After struggling in the first half with three interceptions, Drew Davis  had another prolific night to lead the Wildcats with 312 yards on 31-40 passing with five total touchdowns, including two rushing. Alex Moore had 11 catches for 117 yards and two touchdowns, putting him at 872 yards for the season. After falling behind 14-6 at halftime, East dominated in the second half with key plays from defense and special teams. After holding Riverside deep in their own end of the field with stifling defense that also included a sack, Kevin Mangel blocked a punt setting East up at the one-yard line where Davis would run in for his first rushing touchdown of the night. This block Although East surrendered a late touchdown to make it a one-possession game, they would recover the ensuing onside kick and convert a first down after a penalty and would proceed to run the clock out. With their second win of the season, East now has their first multi-win season in seven years. East plays Orange High School this Friday in their final non-conference game of the regular season.