The OHSAA Region 27 Final is set to be an exciting showdown between the Danville Blue Devils (11-2) and the undefeated Eastern Eagles (13-0) on November 22nd at Logan High School in Logan, Ohio. With both teams coming in as the number one and two seeds in the region, this game is sure to be a thriller.
Danville, under Coach Matt Blum, has been dominant throughout the playoffs, riding a 13-game home winning streak. They will be facing their toughest challenge yet in the Eagles, who boast an impressive 10-game road winning streak. Eastern’s offense, led by star quarterback Eric Manley, is built around a high-powered passing game. Manley has been exceptional this season, throwing for 28 touchdowns and only seven interceptions.
In contrast, Danville’s offensive strength lies in its powerful running game, averaging 252 rushing yards per game. Running backs Aidan Burke and Cyren Wallace have been key contributors, combining for 26 touchdowns this season. The Blue Devils will rely on their ground game to control the clock and keep Eastern’s high-octane offense off the field.
The game is scheduled for a 7:00 p.m. kickoff, but fans attending should be prepared for cold weather, as a Cold Weather Warning has been issued for the area. The stakes are high, and the winner will move on to the next stage of the playoffs, so this game promises to be a battle worth watching.
