Merritt Island scores five rushing touchdowns in win at Melbourne
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 6:04 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Merritt Island achieved a 35-7 victory over Melbourne on August 28 during Week 2 of football action. The Mustangs scored five rushing touchdowns for the second consecutive game, with senior quarterback Kevin Verpaele contributing three touchdowns. The win improves Merritt Island's record to 2-0, while Melbourne faces challenges after a poor showing. Merritt Island will next face Ponte Vedra, who currently holds an 0-2 record.
- •Merritt Island scores 35 points for the second straight week
- •Verpaele rushes for three touchdowns in the win
- •Mustangs' defense limits Melbourne’s Tyrese Jefferson effectively
- •Merritt Island improves to 2-0, faces Ponte Vedra next
- •Melbourne deals with the aftermath of another loss
- 6:04 AMYahoo Sports — Week 2 Roundup: Merritt Island, Titusville capture big road wins
"Merritt Island football once again leaned on its running game, scoring 5 rushing touchdowns for the second straight game in a 35-7 win over Melbourne.
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