The Atlantic Trojans are coming off their first win of the season last week at Shenandoah and they are hoping to build on that performance against a tough Ballard Bombers team this week. Both teams come into the game at 1-2 with both putting together their best game last week. The Trojans ran the ball well against Shenandoah last week but were hindered by too many penalties. Atlantic Head Coach Joe Brummer said they have been working to clean up those miscues.

Ballard made some adjustments in their win last week over Boone. The Bombers moved Eli Rouse back to the running back spot full time from quarterback and he thrived on the ground. He gobbled up 190 yards and scored 5 touchdowns in the win over the Toreadors. The Bombers were able to control the line of scrimmage against the Trojans last year and Coach Brummer knows they need to match their intensity up front this year.

The Bombers like to come after you on the defensive side with some different pressure packages so Coach Brummer said they have been preparing to make good decisions against that pressure.

Atlantic will also be welcoming back the 2002 State Championship team and will honor them before the game. Coach Brummer said it’s been a pleasure to interact with some of that group and hopes a good crowd comes out to the game.

The Trojans and Bombers kick off at 7:00 p.m. at the Trojan Bowl. The 2002 team recognition will take place at 6:30 p.m. You can hear a full interview with Coach Brummer on Trojan Preview at 4:45 p.m. Friday on KJAN.