SAULT STE. MARIE — The Escanaba Eskymos cruised by the Sault Blue Devils 35-8 Friday night at A. J. VanCitters Field. The Eskymos remain unbeaten at 5-0. The Blue Devils fall to 1-4.

Sault Ste. Marie did not score until the final minutes of the game, avoiding a shutout.

Escanaba led at halftime 14-0. They took control in the second half, scoring during their first three possessions.

Escanaba’s defense again stepped up, causing four turnovers in the game.

 
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Both teams have homecoming games next Friday. The Blue Devils host the Gladstone Braves. Escanaba hosts the Menominee Maroons.