Bell extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to five on Friday, dropping them down to 0-4. They lost 32-8 to the Lake Weir Hurricanes. The Bulldogs were not able to make up for their defeat to the Hurricanes from their previous meeting back in September of 2024.
When it comes to explaining why Bell lost, don't look at Landin Williams. Despite the final result, he rushed for 159 yards. The Bulldogs also got a significant boost from Rj Leffler, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 102 yards.
Bell didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Leffler and Aiden Houston. Houston got in on the action too, converting a pick into a touchdown.
As for Lake Weir, their victory bumped their record up to 3-1. The result was nothing new for the Hurricanes, who have now won three matches by 24 points or more so far this season.
Kevin Lucas had an outrageously good game as he rushed for 105 yards and two touchdowns on only six carries. Lucas is crushing it when it comes to rushing yards: he's rushed for at least 100 every time he's taken the field this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bell will challenge Old Plank Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Defenders' defense has only allowed 12 points per game this season, so the Bulldogs' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Lake Weir, they will face off against Branford at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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