Xavion Chambers, Ernest Smith lead Roosevelt over LEE for third straight win
The Rough Riders put forth a dominant offensive effort as Chambers threw for four touchdowns and Smith accounted for three scores.
Roosevelt's Ernest Smith and Xavion Chambers both delivered standout performances as they led their team to a 46-23 victory over Lee in a District 28-6A matchup on Thursday at Heroes Stadium. Chambers connected for four touchdowns through the air and contributed 60 yards on the ground, while Smith added three scores, rushing for 117 yards and a receiving touchdown.
This win marked Roosevelt's third consecutive victory, extending their winning streak to five in a row within the series against Lee. The Rough Riders' coach, Darnell Barnes, expressed gratitude for his team's ability to stay healthy and focused despite a sloppy start to the game, which was marred by personal foul penalties. He highlighted the importance of maintaining their focus, especially after their emotional quadruple overtime win over Madison in the previous week.
Roosevelt's junior class, comprising Chambers, Smith, and Dartanyon Brown, has been a key factor in their resurgence, with all three players making significant contributions to the team's success. Looking ahead, Roosevelt will face Johnson, currently ranked No. 1 in the Express-News rankings, in their next game on Thursday.
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