The Keystone Heights Indians will take on the Palatka Panthers at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Keystone Heights' offense hasn't had much luck over their past four games, but Friday's match will give them a chance to turn things around.
Keystone Heights' offense might be in the hot seat on Friday considering what happened against Chiefland on Friday. They were dealt a 54-0 defeat at the hands of the Indians. While losing is never fun, Keystone Heights can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Florida football rankings (they are ranked 410th, while Chiefland is ranked 194th).
Keystone Heights wouldn't let Chiefland keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Keystone Heights can thank Luke Bacorn and Andrew Wilson for forcing both of them.
Meanwhile, Palatka's offense rose to the challenge against a Raiders defense that boasted an average of only 14.25 points allowed on Friday. Palatka blew past Crescent City 35-0 on the road.
Keystone Heights' loss dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Palatka, their victory bumped their record up to 5-3.
Keystone Heights might still be hurting after the 41-21 defeat they got from Palatka in their previous matchup back in October of 2023. Thankfully for Keystone Heights, Cartaveon Valentine (who rushed for 130 yards and a touchdown, and also picked up 40 receiving yards) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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