Lugoff-Elgin had to kick off their season on the road on Friday, but they showed no ill effects. They won a contest that couldn't have been any closer, slipping by the Lower Richland Diamond Hornets 35-34. The win was some much needed relief for the Demons as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak dating back to last season.
A big part of the victory came down to the chemistry between Aiden Fitzgerald and his top target Eric Richardson. Fitzgerald threw for 140 yards and two touchdowns while Richardson picked up 112 receiving yards.
Lugoff-Elgin's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. Corey Murphy picked up that interception and then proceeded to rub salt in the wound by taking it back the other way for a touchdown. He didn't just play on offense: he also made six total tackles and defended a pass in addition to snagging two interceptions which he returned for a touchdown. Lugoff-Elgin got some further help from Preston Rhodes: he made 16 total tackles.
When it comes to explaining why Lower Richland lost, don't look at Christian 'Freight Train' Wilson. Despite the final result, he rushed for 84 yards and three touchdowns.
Lugoff-Elgin will be defending their home-field for the first timethey go up against Camden at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Lugoff-Elgin is out to stop a four-game streak of losses at home dating back to last season. As for Lower Richland, they are packing up and heading out on the road for their first away game this season. they face off against Spring Valley at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The last three games Lower Richland has played (dating back to last season) have been within three points, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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