Battle for Birkelbach

 Eagles defend home turf against Patriots

 

East View High School football quarterback Ty Blair tries to find an open player to pass the ball during the October 13 match against the Georgetown Eagles. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
East View High School football quarterback Ty Blair tries to find an open player to pass the ball during the October 13 match against the Georgetown Eagles. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Cross-town rival high schools came head-to-head to claim Birkelbach Field Friday. The showdown resulted in the Georgetown Eagles winning against the East View Patriots 31-13. 

 

Going into the game, the Eagles stood undefeated in district, holding first place in the 5A Region III grouping and 4-2 overall. The Patriots ranked sixth in district with a 2-4 overall record.

 

East View recei…