Alcona and Inland Lakes squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Alcona had to settle for second. They fell to the Inland Lakes Bulldogs 32-26. The defensive woes were uncharacteristic for the Tigers, who until this game were averaging 14.73 points allowed.
Alcona's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Garrett Somers, who threw for 176 yards and two touchdowns while completing 81.8% of his passes, and also rushed for 46 yards and a touchdown. Somers also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, forcing two fumbles and making six total tackles. Brandon Fogle was another key back, rushing for 97 yards and a touchdown.
Alcona wouldn't let Inland Lakes keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. Alcona can thank Somers and Gavin Dellar for forcing all of them.
Alcona's loss dropped their record down to 9-2. As for Inland Lakes, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 11-0.
Alcona does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Inland Lakes, they will take on Pickford at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Pickford knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 points or more in their past 11 contests -- so hopefully Inland Lakes likes a good challenge.
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