The Lakeland Regional Lancers will head out to face off against the Vernon Vikings at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
On Friday, Lakeland Regional was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 27-21 to Ramsey. The Lancers have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Meanwhile, Vernon had to suffer through a 62-27 loss at the hands of Mount Olive. The Vikings haven't had much luck with the Marauders recently, as the team has come up short the last three times they've met.
Lakeland Regional will need to focus on slowing down Kimkowski Nate, one of several Vernon players who made an impact when they last played. He threw for 182 yards and three TDs.
Lakeland Regional now has a losing record of 3-4. As for Vernon, the defeat was their first on the road , dropping their record down to 4-3.
Lakeland Regional beat Vernon 21-14 in their previous matchup back in October of 2024. One of the biggest obstacles trying to stand in the way of that victory was the Vikings' Luca Vizzini, who picked up 67 receiving yards and one touchdown, and also rushed for 30 yards and one score. Now that he won't be playing on Friday, will it be easier for the Lancers to walk away with another win? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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