East Lawrence football team shows resilience after early season loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 12:31 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
FootballEast Lawrence football, following a 34-12 loss to Lawrence County in Week 1, has rebounded impressively. The Eagles have now won three consecutive games, with a current record of 3-1 and remain unbeaten in Class 3A, Region 5. Offensive lineman Canaan Eubanks and running back Cayne McClure indicated that the team is focused on improving and maintaining momentum. Coach Jamie Suggs emphasized the importance of fun for his senior players while also maintaining high expectations. The Eagles recently outscored their opponents 104-51 in three games, including a decisive 34-6 victory over Oakman. The team aims to continue building on their success as they look to make the playoffs.
- •East Lawrence started the season 0-1 but is now 3-1.
- •The team has won three straight games since their initial loss.
- •They outscored opponents 104-51 in their last three games.
- •Coach Jamie Suggs aims for fun and competitiveness this season.
- •Bryce Young returned with two touchdown receptions and 121 yards.
- 12:31 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles building more than a winning streak at East Lawrence
"Sep. 18—CADDO — It's near midnight in the Eagle field house, and the East Lawrence football players left a long time ago. After a 34-12 Week 1 loss to Lawrence County, the Eagles' coaching staff was going over the game. But the discussion wasn't what you might expect after a loss to your biggest county rival. "After all the players went home and the washing machines were going, it was time for ...
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