In a shortened season during the Covid pandemic and a few schools not able to field a JV football team, the East Burke JV Cavaliers were still able to enjoy a bit of success in an effort to rebuild and restore the program's winning tradition.
The season ended Monday with an overall record of 2-2 (2-1 in Northwestern Foothills 2A Conference) after it was announced by head coach Derrick Minor that this week's opponent Fred T. Foard won't be able to field a team for Wednesday's scheduled home game.
"I am so proud of our JV team and what they have accomplished in this short season," said Minor. "They have been committed all summer and into the winter as each week we patiently wondering and hoping that they'd get to play."
Freshman running back Jacob Dellinger and sophomore quarterback Ben Mast was the key intervals to East Burke's offense.
Dellinger averaged 198.2 rushing yards per game with ten touchdown runs and a season-high 273 yards vs. Bunker Hill.
Mast compiled 144 passing yards on 7 of 10 completions with one touchdown pass and a season-high 112 yards vs. Erwin.
Corbin McNeil (4-116, TD) and Luke Wilson (3-28) were the leading receivers for the JV Cavs.
Mast (153, 3 TD), Conner Newton (112, TD), and Levi Coble (108, TD) were also able to rush for more than 100 yards.
Minor also noted having a tough young offensive line and key defenders included Wilson, Coble, and KJ Byrd.
The two losses for East Burke came against tough skilled teams Erwin and Hibriten as Minor is confident this season is great preparation for the years ahead.
"Finishing second in the conference (to Hibriten) and to have a solid team all season speaks to the potential we have here at East Burke. We have moved almost everyone up to help our depth on varsity."
"I love these guys and I am so proud of them, the future is bright for Cavalier football."
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