Football Recap: Crescent City Comes Up Short

By Team Reports Nov 18, 2024, 9:55am

Football Recap: Crescent City Raiders vs. Lakeland Christian Vikings

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Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, Crescent City couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They were outmatched by the Lakeland Christian Vikings at home and fell 44-7. While losing is never fun, the Raiders can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Florida football rankings (they are ranked 344th, while the Vikings are ranked 137th).

Eric Jenkins rushed for 41 yards. On the ground, Freddie Major rushed for 44 yards and a touchdown.

Lakeland Christian got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Aaron Truedell out in front who rushed for 79 yards and two touchdowns on only seven carries. Brody Brenneman was another key passer, throwing for 139 yards and a touchdown while completing 77.8% of his passes.

Crescent City's loss dropped their record down to 8-3. As for Lakeland Christian, the win was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 9-1.

Crescent City does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Lakeland Christian, they will face off against Orlando Christian Prep at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Lakeland Christian will be looking to keep their six-game home win streak dating back to last season alive.

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