Edison quarterback Abe Hermes leads Chargers to victory over Eastwood
Hermes' touchdown run seals the deal
Edison quarterback Abe Hermes led the Chargers to a 49-28 victory over Eastwood on Friday night. Hermes scored the game-winning touchdown on a run in the fourth quarter.
Hermes finished the game with 150 yards rushing and two touchdowns. He also passed for 120 yards and a touchdown.
The Chargers improved to 2-0 on the season with the win. Eastwood fell to 0-2.
Strong start for Chargers
The Chargers got off to a strong start, scoring on their first two possessions. Hermes ran for a 1-yard touchdown in the first quarter, and then passed for a 15-yard touchdown to wide receiver John Smith in the second quarter.
Eastwood answered back with a touchdown of their own in the second quarter, but the Chargers took a 14-7 lead into halftime.
Chargers pull away in the second half
The Chargers pulled away in the second half, scoring three touchdowns in the third quarter. Hermes ran for a 2-yard touchdown, and then threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Mike Jones.
The Chargers' defense also came up with a big play in the third quarter, intercepting an Eastwood pass and returning it for a touchdown.
Eastwood scored a touchdown in the fourth quarter, but it was too little, too late. The Chargers held on for the 49-28 victory.
Hermes leads the way
Hermes was the star of the game for the Chargers. He accounted for four touchdowns, and he led the team in both rushing and passing.
Hermes is a dual-threat quarterback who can hurt teams with his arm and his legs. He is a key player for the Chargers, and he will be a big part of their success this season.
Chargers look to continue their winning ways
The Chargers will look to continue their winning ways next week when they travel to face the 1-1 Fremont Ross Little Giants.
The Little Giants are a tough opponent, but the Chargers are confident that they can get the job done.
The Chargers are off to a great start to the season, and they are looking to keep it going next week against Fremont Ross.