Football Game Recap: Laurel Comes Up Short

By Team Reports Sep 15, 2024, 6:46am

Football Recap: Laurel Spartans vs. Riverside Panthers

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Laurel was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They fell just short of the Riverside Panthers by a score of 9-7. The Spartans were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Panthers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2021.

Luca Santini threw for 136 yards and a touchdown. Xander Johnson was his top target, picking up 46 receiving yards. On the ground, Alex Medved rushed for 38 yards.

Laurel's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Riverside, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.

Laurel will face off against Bishop Canevin at 6:55 p.m. on Friday. As for Riverside, they will host Union Area at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.

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