Football Recap: Legacy Lightning vs. Erie Tigers
After flying high against Rangeview last Friday, Legacy came back down to earth. The Legacy Lightning came up short against the Erie Tigers on Thursday, falling 38-17.
When it comes to explaining why Legacy lost, don't look at Tyler Anderson. Despite the final result, he picked up 81 receiving yards and a touchdown, and also rushed for 73 yards and a touchdown. The bulk of those receiving yards came from one huge play: a catch that gained an incredible 75 yards. Andrew Gardner also helped out by tossing the rock for 258 yards.
Legacy has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season. As for Erie, the victory was the sixth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 7-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Legacy will welcome Vista PEAK Prep at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Legacy is facing Vista PEAK Prep at the right time seeing as Vista PEAK Prep is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Erie, they will challenge Horizon at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Erie will be looking to keep their three-game home win streak alive.
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