DeLand waltzed into their game on Friday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They blew past the Appling County Pirates 38-7 at home.
DeLand was led to victory by LaDamion Bletcher and Marceles Carey. Bletcher gained 71 total yards and two touchdowns, while Carey rushed for 91 yards on only ten carries.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: DeLand was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 254 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 154 rushing yards in five consecutive matches dating back to last season.
DeLand's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged three passes before it was all said and done. It was truly a group effort as An'Tario Wright, Mike Hamilton, and Jarvis Lacey picked up one apiece.
DeLand's win bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Appling County, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. DeLand will challenge Deltona at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. DeLand has been dominant on offense recently, as they've racked up an incredible 129 points over their last three contests. As for Appling County, they will welcome Suwannee at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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