West Potomac couldn't quite beat Oakton on Thursday, but the three-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the 23-point loss they were dealt last Friday. The West Potomac Wolverines fell just short of the Oakton Cougars by a score of 17-14. The Wolverines' defeat continues a trend for the team, making it four in a row.
Even if they lost, West Potomac's defense still kept up the pressure with five sacks. The heavy lifting was done by Michael Freeman and Will Leduc, who racked up four sacks between them. Leduc also set a new season high mark in total tackles with six.
West Potomac's loss dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Oakton, the win got them back to even at 3-3.
West Potomac will take on West Springfield at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Oakton, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against South Lakes at 7:00 p.m. Oakton's defense has only allowed 13.7 points per game this season, so South Lakes' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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