News Summary
South Florence High School is gearing up to take on Lakewood High School in a pivotal football game. With a 5-1 record, South Florence aims to extend their winning streak, while Lakewood seeks to end their 12-game losing streak. The match will be streamed live, highlighting the strengths and struggles of both teams as they compete for victory.
South Florence, SC – South Florence High School is set to face off against Lakewood High School in a crucial football game on Thursday, October 9, at 7:30 p.m. ET. The high-stakes matchup will be streamed live on the NFHS Network, which serves as the official streaming partner for the SC High School League and Lakewood High School.
As the game approaches, South Florence enters with momentum from three consecutive wins, boasting a 5-1 record this season. In their last outing, the Bruins dominated Darlington, winning decisively with a score of 57-6. Meanwhile, Lakewood continues to struggle, currently on a troubling 12-game losing streak and holding a record of 0-6 this season after their recent loss to Darlington, where they fell 43-0.
Recent Performances
South Florence’s last victory over Darlington highlighted their offensive capabilities. The team took a commanding lead early, closing the first half at 43-6, and showcased powerful rushing performance, amassing a total of 205 rushing yards in the game. Key players contributing to this success include:
- Messiah Jackson, who rushed for 20 yards and scored three touchdowns.
- Cameron James, who had 98 rushing yards and two touchdowns on only eight carries.
- JayAun Perkins, who made an impact with 99 receiving yards and one touchdown.
Defensively, South Florence showed strength as well, recording three sacks, contributed by Jewel Washington, Quashawn Byrd, and Dewain Felder, each securing one. Amare Reaves also added to the score by turning an interception into a touchdown.
Team Statistics
South Florence has displayed consistent improvement throughout the season, averaging 195.8 rushing yards per game. The team’s performance in recent games reveals a trend of success, having achieved at least 164 rushing yards over the past four games, emphasizing their strength on the ground.
In contrast, Lakewood’s offensive struggles are evident, as they have managed to average only 79.3 rushing yards per game. This statistic indicates a significant disparity in performance, potentially giving South Florence the advantage as they prepare for their match.
Historical Context
In their previous matchup in October 2024, South Florence decisively defeated Lakewood with a score of 42-12, having a halftime lead of 29-6. This history adds an extra layer of challenge for Lakewood as they look to turn around their fortunes this season.
As the teams prepare for their highly anticipated game, South Florence will look to continue their winning streak while Lakewood will aim to break free from their losing pattern. The matchup promises to be a crucial moment for both teams as they strive for success amidst diverging season trajectories.
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Additional Resources
- USA Today HSS: South Florence vs Lakewood Football
- MaxPreps: Lakewood vs South Florence Preview
- MaxPreps: South Florence vs Lakewood Preview
- Independent Mail: SC High School Football Playoffs Updates
- MaxPreps: Lakewood Volleyball Recap
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