Eden Prairie Local News
    Facebook Twitter Instagram
    Thursday, June 1
    • About
      • About EPLN
      • Team
      • EPLN in the News
      • Policies
    • Contact
    Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn
    Subscribe
    Eden Prairie Local News
    • Home
    • Schools
    • Business
    • Sports
    • Public Safety
    • City
    • Calendar
    • Donate
    • Subscribe
    • More
      • Construction
      • Outdoors
      • Politics
      • Health
      • Spirituality
      • Community Service
      • Legacy
      • Obituaries
      • Arts
      • Family
      • Holidays
      • Letter to Editor
      • Listen
      • Jobs
    Eden Prairie Local News
    Home»Sports»EP football continues hot start with trouncing of Farmington
    Sports

    EP football continues hot start with trouncing of Farmington

    Ace SauerweinBy Ace SauerweinSeptember 10, 2022Updated:September 15, 20222 Mins Read
    Follow us on Twitter to get the latest on EP Sports!
    EP senior defensive end Chiddi Obiazor celebrates following a fumble recovery in the Eagles’ second win of the season. Photo by Rick Olson.

    The Eden Prairie High School football team (2-0) opened their home schedule in dominating fashion by dismantling Farmington, 51-7, on Friday at Aerie Stadium.

    It was a celebratory night for the Eagles even prior to kickoff. The home crowd celebrated coach Mike Grant’s 30th year at the helm of Eden Prairie Football by welcoming the 1992 Eagles team, Grant’s first year, on the field.

    The celebration spilled over into the game as EP controlled the game from the beginning. Offensively, the Eagles strung together a balanced, methodical first half performance by scoring on five consecutive drives to begin the game. A pair of rushing touchdowns from the bruising halfback Tyler Walden mixed well with a three touchdown performance from quarterback Nick Fazi.

    EP quarterback Nick Fazi was a force in the air and on the run. Photo by Rick Olson.

    The two-year starting quarterback connected twice with tight end Jermell Taylor on scores through the air and added a quarterback scramble for six to the mix. Fazi, Taylor and the rest of the offensive starters played into the third quarter before the reserves checked in amidst the blowout. 

    Advertisement
    Ad for Washburn-McReavy

    Defensively the game plan was executed to near perfection. The Eagles swarming defense forced three first half turnovers. Cade Hutchinson and Noah Bonin intercepted Farmington backup quarterback Isaiah Bramer while future Kansas State Wildcat Chiddi Obiazor forced a fumble. EP’s defense kept Farmington scoreless until the final Farmington drive of the game. 

    The EP defense made life miserable for the Farmington offense throughout the Eagles’ 51-7 romp. Photo by Rick Olson.

    Next week the challenge becomes greater for the Eagles. Grant’s squad welcomes in defending state champs Lakeville South (2-0) Friday, September 16. Lakeville South is on a winning streak of epic proportions. The last time the Cougars suffered a defeat was at U.S. Bank Stadium in November 2019. 

    Kickoff is slated for 7:00 p.m. at EPHS for the monstrous Class 6A matchup.

    Be Informed
    Sign up for the FREE email newsletter from EPLN
    Subscribe

    Comments

    Comments aren’t allowed on our site, but we do offer several ways to provide feedback, and have your voice heard. If you believe the story has an error, or would like to get in touch with the author, please contact us. If you would like to respond directly to this article, we welcome and encourage Letters To the Editor. You can find details on how to submit a letter on our contact page.

    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
    Previous ArticlePlenty of fun on tap for Saturday’s Brewfest
    Next Article What’s new — and not new — in Southwest light rail auditor report

    More to READ

    1 Min Read

    EPHS lacrosse teams finish regular season with victories

    May 25, 2023
    1 Min Read

    Eagles lacrosse: Girls win, boys lose at home

    May 11, 2023
    8 Mins Read

    Players, coaches thrilled as boys volleyball becomes varsity sport

    May 10, 2023
    Subscribe to get EPLN in your inbox for FREE!
    Recent Articles

    EPHS seniors awarded national and school-level honors

    May 31, 2023

    Duck Lake Road bridge takes center stage in June 1 ribbon-cutting ceremony

    May 31, 2023

    New ‘Friends’ group supports EP parks

    May 31, 2023

    Historic house sparks a passion for the city’s past

    May 30, 2023

    EPHS Drama wraps up season with annual ‘Broadway Extravaganza,’ June 1-2

    May 30, 2023
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Instagram
    • LinkedIn
    Eden Prairie Local News is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization EIN 85-4248265 | Copyright © 2020-2023
    • About
    • Policies
    • Jobs
    • Contact
    • Advertising
    • Subscribe
    • Donate

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.