The Local Bite: Cleveland Week

Wow, what a week last week! The Generals got the win in convincing style, and there was multiple huge upsets among the college ranks.

This week your Generals will be traveling over to 26th Ave. to take on the Cleveland Warriors. Personally, I’m excited for this game because Cleveland’s stadium is one of my favorites in the PIL. The addition of turf will only improve the ambiance for this week. Couple that with the amazing array of food options in Southeast Portland, and you’ve got the recipe for a great beginning of a long weekend.

A 7 o’clock kickoff means there will be plenty of time for you and your friends or family to grab some grub before the game. Remember though, that this game is on Thursday night since Friday is a school in-service day. This week we’ve got three great restaurants for you to check out, all within ten minutes of the stadium.

Shut Up & Eat Sandwich Shop:

If you’re looking a a great sub, there aren’t many better options than Shut Up & Eat. Reasonably priced sandwiches and some amazing side dishes (macaroni salad, butternut squash, etc.) make this an excellent option for anyone. Make sure to check this establishment out before kickoff as they close at 8:00 PM on Thursdays.
Menu:
Shut Up & Eat Menu
Hours:
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Location:
3848 SE Glisan Street

Little Big Burger:
Sliders, fries, sodas, and floats, what more could you ask for in quick and delicious food? Several different options for your burger (lettuce wrap, goat cheese, and a secret menu) and quick service make this place a popular attraction to many in the area. Out of the three restaurants, this place offers the most flexibility in terms of time as it is open late each night.
Menu:
Little Big Burger Menu
Hours:
10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Location:
3704 SW Bond Ave

Tennessee Red’s:
If BBQ is your meal of choice, you have to check this place out. Several different specials for each day of the week, and a great atmosphere for both family and friends. Make sure to check this place out after the game to watch highlights of the day’s sports action on their big screen TVs.
Menu:
Tennessee Red’s Menu
Hours:
11:30 AM – 2:00 AM
Location:
2133 SE 11th Ave

Generals Make Statement, Crush Cards 37-7

Potential.

That was the word on many people’s mind after watching the Grant Generals throttle Lincoln at the Grant Bowl on Friday afternoon.

This year’s Generals had the potential to win during the week leading up to this game according to many coaches and news outlets around the area. Most had Lincoln as a slight favorite, but Grant silenced many of their critics, and did so in emphatic style.

After a fumble by running back Mike Waters on their first possession, Grant’s defense showed its own potential in quickly getting their first turnover just three plays later on a Da’Marea Stigler interception.

After the turnover, the east-side boys wasted no time getting their offense on a roll. Quarterback Sam Davis hit Stigler for 31 yards on a screen pass. Waters capped the drive with a touchdown from five yards out to go up 7-0.

The defense continued to dominate as Grant stopped Lincoln in the redzone, turning another stop into points from Waters, this time getting a 49-yard gallop to go up 14-0 with 2:44 left in the first quarter.

On the next drive, senior quarterback Sam Davis got the job done through the air, finding Eli Willman for a 21-0 lead. Davis (13-15, 209 yards, 2 TD) was near perfect through the air, which prevented the Cards from stacking the box and opened up the opportunity for Waters to create with his feet all afternoon.

Contributing on the receiving end was senior Chris Lewis (6 catches, 80 yards), Eli Willman (3 for 47, TD), and 4 others with at least one catch.

Another Waters touchdown, this time from thirty-five yards out, seemed to all but ice the game before the first half was over.

Sam Davis’ first rushing touchdown of the year was from two yards out and put the Generals ahead 34-0 to open the second half. With star running back John Duffy sidelined from an ankle injury in the first half, Lincoln seemed content to continue to run the ball, essentially trying to get out of the Grant Bowl as fast as they could.

Kicker Joey Kenney converted a 42-yard field goal to open the fourth quarter, making the score 37-0 and taking Lincoln further into their own nightmare. The lone bright spot for the Cardinal came on the ensuing kickoff, as Michael Angyus took it 88 yards for the only Lincoln points on the day.

With the win, Grant improved to 3-2 (3-0) on the year, and Lincoln dropped to 2-3 (1-1) with the loss.

Potential. People came into the afternoon giving the Generals a slim chance at winning. They left, however, thinking this team could potentially win the PIL, and possibly steal a
home playoff game come November.

But first things first, this Grant team will visit Cleveland High School this Thursday, kickoff set for 7 PM.