Football Recap: Oakton Cougars vs. South Lakes Seahawks
It may have taken overtime to finish the job, but Oakton ultimately got the result they hoped for on Friday. In a tight game that could have gone either way, they made off with a 48-47 victory over the South Lakes Seahawks. The Cougars' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
South Lakes' loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Alec Saunders, who gained 116 total yards and four touchdowns, and Cody Wood, who rushed for 99 yards and three touchdowns. Mohamed Shuaib was another key player, throwing for 203 yards on only 16 passes.
Oakton now has a winning record of 4-3. As for South Lakes, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-5.
Oakton is taking a road trip to face off against Westfield at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for South Lakes, they will square off against James Madison at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. James Madison will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something South Lakes surely won't give up without a fight.
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