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Dru Ellis claims Week 1 MVP after strong performance for Memorial

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 5:06 AM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Dru Ellis claims Week 1 MVP after strong performance for Memorial

Summary

Dru Ellis of Memorial High School was named the Home Team Friday MVP after a standout performance in their game against Jasper on August 26. Ellis rushed for 80 yards on four carries and scored three touchdowns, along with three catches for 36 yards and an interception. His contributions helped Memorial secure a 48-14 victory. After receiving 84.7 percent of the votes, Ellis expressed gratitude for the support from fans and teammates. Memorial will play North on August 28.

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•Dru Ellis scored three rushing touchdowns and one receiving touchdown.
•He had 80 rushing yards on four carries and three receptions for 36 yards.
•Memorial won against Jasper with a final score of 48-14.
•Ellis received 84.7 percent of the MVP votes.
•Memorial will face North on August 28.

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — After counting up 1,400 total votes, Memorial’s Dru Ellis was named our Week one Home Team Friday MVP of the night. The junior running back rushed for 80 yards on four carries for three touchdowns. While also having three catches for 36 years and another score and an interception on defense. Ellis […]
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