The Edison High Eagles football team is gearing up for their season opener against East Brunswick on Thursday, August 29th at home under the lights at 7 pm. With a mix of returning veterans and talented newcomers, the Eagles are eager to take the field and showcase their hard work.
Key Players to Watch:
- Sr QB Anthony Calantoni: The senior quarterback will lead the Eagles’ offense and look to make plays with his arm and legs.
- Sr OL Justin Boslet & Sr OL Gavin Bailey: These two seniors will anchor the offensive line, creating holes for the running game and protecting Calantoni.
- Soph LB Shaun Garland, Jr LB AJ Sarni and Sr LB Aidan Nagy: This young but talented linebacker corps will be tasked with stopping East Brunswick’s rushing attack.
- Jr TE Robert Roma and Sr WR Dedrick Harvey: These two pass-catchers will be Calantoni’s primary targets in the passing game.
- Sr DE Jermaine Smallwood: Smallwood will look to create pressure on the quarterback and disrupt East Brunswick’s offense.
- Sr RB Nykeir Eato: Eato will be the primary ball carrier for the Eagles, looking to break off big runs.
Edison High Football Head Coach Matt Yascko expressed his excitement about the upcoming season. “We are excited to get started, we have a good mix of returning kids and some newcomers with ability” he said. “We have a tough schedule, but we have been working hard to get ready for the season, and hope everyone comes out to support the Eagles this year.”
The Eagles 2024 Home Schedule:
- 8/29 vs East Brunswick
- 9/20 vs North Brunswick
- 10/4 vs Colonia
- 10/18 vs South Brunswick
- 10/24 vs Paterson Eastside
Come out and support the Eagles as they kickoff their 2024 season!
