Football Recap: Robinson's Losing Streak Snapped at Four Games

By Team Reports Oct 6, 2024, 7:59pm

Football Recap: Robinson Maroons vs. Marshall Lions

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Robinson had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 15-12 win over the Marshall Lions on Saturday. The score was all tied up 0-0 at the break, but the Maroons were the better team in the second half.

Aj Knoblett went supernova for Robinson, picking up 127 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Knoblett also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, picking up a sack and making two total tackles in addition to snagging two interceptions.

Robinson didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Knoblett and Blake Green.

Despite the loss, Marshall still got an impressive performance from Lucca Giannavola, who rushed for 97 yards and two touchdowns. Giannavola also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, picking up a sack and making five total tackles.

Robinson's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Marshall, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.

Robinson didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 48-6 win against Lawrenceville on the 5th. As for Marshall, they also wasted no time getting back out on the field and have already played their next game, a 42-0 defeat against Casey-Westfield on the 4th.

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