River Ridge is still undefeated this season after their matchup against Cypress Creek on Friday, but Cypress Creek came as close as anyone has to beating them. The River Ridge Royal Knights sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 17-14 win over the Cypress Creek Coyotes. While the Royal Knights didn't have the best season last year (they finished 4-7), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
River Ridge's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Deanthony Patterson, who rushed for 97 yards and a touchdown. That's the most rushing yards Patterson has posted since back in October of 2023.
River Ridge's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Jackson Wainwright and Wedje "Dj" Schoeppe. Schoeppe is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made five or more in the last seven games he's played dating back to last season. Aundreyas Bonner was another major factor on D, picking up a sack, forcing a fumble, and making eight total tackles.
Although Cypress Creek took the loss, they still got scores from Shaan Patel and Aidan Sutherland.
River Ridge pushed their record up to 4-0 with the win, which was their third straight on the road. As for Cypress Creek, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-4.
River Ridge will square off against Hudson at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. River Ridge's defense has only allowed 17 points per game this season, so Hudson's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Cypress Creek, they will venture away from home to challenge Fivay at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Hopefully Cypress Creek focused on turnovers this week as team gave up five on Friday.
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