With Westfield off to a 3-0 start to the 2003 season, wide receiver Eddie Royal is very happy. Well, he could be happier. Due to an explosive running game, the star receiver has not had the chance to get off to the hot start he envisioned.

For example, in Wednesday night’s 35-7 victory over Thomas Jefferson, Westfield threw the ball only four times. Like any quality playmaker, Royal wants to get as many touches as possible.

“Our offensive line has really been kicking butt this year,” said Royal, who has 11 catches for 190 yards on the year. “We are off to a great start. Because our line has been so good, we have run a lot more this season. It’s funny, every time we call a running play me and Sean [Glennon] give each other the look of disappointment. I’m sure we’ll open it up as the year goes on and I’m happy that we’re winning.”

Royal has made his impression on special teams while the running game dominates defenses. Against Thomas Jefferson, he returned one punt 70 yards for a score and would have had another if he had not slipped in the open field.

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