Football Game Preview: Lincoln on Home-Turf

By Team Reports Sep 2, 2024, 2:27am

Football Preview: Lincoln Trojans vs. St. John Paul II Panthers

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After starting their season with two straight games on the road, Lincoln is finally coming home. They will look to take advantage of their home-field as they take on the St. John Paul II Panthers at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. St. John Paul II took a loss in their last matchup and will be looking to turn the tables on Lincoln, who comes in off a win.

St. John Paul II better have a healthy lead at halftime, because if last week is any indication, that's when Lincoln really get things going. Lincoln was the clear victor by a 29-7 margin over Madison County on Friday.

Lincoln's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Christian Sims, who threw for 115 yards and two touchdowns, and also rushed for 60 yards.

Meanwhile, St. John Paul II lost to Providence School at home by a 35-18 margin on Thursday.

Lincoln's win bumped their record up to 2-0. As for St. John Paul II, their loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 1-1.

Lincoln strolled past St. John Paul II in their previous meeting back in September of 2023 by a score of 16-0. Does Lincoln have another victory up their sleeve, or will St. John Paul II turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.

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