Football Preview: University Cougars vs. Oak Ridge Pioneers
University hasn't had much luck against Oak Ridge recently, but that could start to change on Monday. The University Cougars will take on the Oak Ridge Pioneers at 7:00 p.m.
University is headed into Monday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their sixth straight game dating back to last season on Friday. They fell to Innovation 21-17. One positive for the Cougars, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Meanwhile, a well-balanced attack led Oak Ridge over Colonial in every quarter on their way to victory on Friday. Given that consistent dominance, it should come as no surprise that Oak Ridge blew Colonial out of the water with a 42-12 final score. That looming 42-12 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Pioneers yet this season.
Oak Ridge's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Taylor Crane led the charge by throwing for 185 yards and four touchdowns while completing 71.4% of his passes, and also punching in a rushing score. Aiden Graham helped Crane out on the ground, rushing for 147 yards and a touchdown while picking up 7.4 yards per carry.
University's loss dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Oak Ridge, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
University took a serious blow against Oak Ridge in their previous matchup back in September of 2023, falling 38-6. Can University avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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