DELRAY BEACH, FLA. – Both teams coming off their bye-week each had their own goals coming into this week. Treasure Coast, still seeking their first win, and Atlantic looking to get back into the win column after losing in Orlando their last time out.
The Atlantic Eagles wasted no time getting on the scoreboard as their quarterback, Lincoln Graf, connected with wide receiver James Jones for an early touchdown. The extra point was good, and the Eagles took a quick 7-0 lead with 8:08 left in the first quarter.
Graf continued to lead the charge, this time scoring on a quarterback keeper to extend Atlantic’s lead to 14-0 by the end of the first quarter. Meanwhile, Treasure Coast responded with a extremely long and calculated 16-minute offensive drive, but could only come away with a field goal, bringing the score to 14-3.
Atlantic wasn’t done yet, as Graf found Jones again for their second touchdown connection of the night with just 29 seconds remaining in the second quarter. The extra point was good, and the Eagles went into halftime with a commanding 21-3 lead.
The third quarter saw Atlantic’s defense make a statement. After a fumble recovery, Graf wasted no time, finding Teddy Hoffmann for a 25-yard touchdown. Although the two-point conversion attempt was no good, the Eagles extended their lead to 27-3 with 11:40 left in the third.
Treasure Coast fought back with a goal-line rush from Mikai Clarke, but their two-point conversion attempt failed, leaving the score at 27-9 with just seconds remaining in the third quarter.
Atlantic’s defense continued to shine in the fourth quarter as Marlon Fyee intercepted a pass and returned it 50 yards for a pick-six. The extra point was good, pushing the lead to 40-9 with 7:47 left in the game.
As if that wasn’t enough, Tyrelle Owens sealed the victory with another pick-six, bringing the final score to 47-9 after the extra point. The running clock in the fourth quarter only emphasized Atlantic’s complete dominance on both sides of the ball.
Atlantic got what they wanted, now standing tall and carrying new momentum after the win, showcasing their impressive defensive skillset tonight as well as the offense getting back on track. Treasure Coast continues their winless run but look to gain their first win next week against Central on the road in Fort Pierce.
