ADA TOWNSHIP – Montague faced a challenging start to the 2024 season against a physically dominant Forest Hills Eastern team on Thursday.
The Hawks’ physicality up front, and solid skill position play paved the way for a nearly 400-yard offensive showcase, leading to a commanding 48-7 victory over the Wildcats.
Notable Statistics
- Hawks QB Brendan Thompson completed 8 of 12 passes for 155 yards and a touchdown.
- Sophomore running back Jordan Shabazz led the charge with 129 rushing yards and two touchdowns, including the score that initiated the running clock in the fourth quarter.
- Senior Max Ferrick added 81 yards and two touchdowns on the ground, showcasing the Hawks’ balanced attack.
- The Hawks had close to 400 yards of total offense.
- Montague was held to 12 yards of rushing and allowed 5 sacks.
Quick Game Summary
Eastern quickly took control of the game after Montague’s initial three-and-out. Jackson Arnold returned a punt 70 yards to open the scoring. Ferrick followed up with two quick touchdowns, and by the second quarter, wide receiver David Molhoek added a 58-yard touchdown reception. Shabazz extended the lead to 34-0 with a 30-yard run before halftime.
Montague showed some life early in the second half when Eastern, opting to start with their second-string offense, was stopped on fourth down deep in their own territory. Peterson capitalized with a 24-yard touchdown pass to Kellan Francis. However, Eastern quickly regained control, and Shabazz’s 90-yard touchdown run sealed the game.
Looking Ahead
Eastern (1-0), will face Greenville on Sept. 6. and Montague (0-1) will look to regroup as they prepare for their conference opener against Oakridge.
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