Football Preview: Sanford Spartans vs. Thornton Academy Trojans
Sanford is 0-10 against Thornton Academy since September of 2016 but things could change on Thursday. The Sanford Spartans and the Thornton Academy Trojans are set to duel. Neither of those teams managed to put together many points in their previous contests, so the offenses might be a little more motivated than usual.
Sanford is coming in fresh off a high-stakes matchup with another one of Maine's top teams: Bonny Eagle, who was ranked fifth in their home state at the time (Sanford was ranked 24th). Sanford had to suffer through a 40-8 loss at the hands of Bonny Eagle. The Spartans' defeat continues a trend for the team, making it five in a row.
Meanwhile, after a string of four wins, Thornton Academy's good fortune finally ran out on Saturday. They fell 14-7 to Portland. The matchup marked the Trojans' lowest-scoring game so far this season.
Sanford's loss dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Thornton Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 7-2.
Sanford took a serious blow against Thornton Academy in their previous meeting back in November of 2023, falling 45-0. Will Sanford have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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