Lakewood Ranch was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They were four points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 41-37 heartbreaker at the hands of the Sarasota Sailors. The Mustangs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Sailors apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in October of 2024.
Colton Dempsey was a one-man wrecking crew For Sarasota. as he rushed for 184 yards and three TDs while picking up 7.7 yards per carry. Hudson West was another key player, throwing for 163 yards and three touchdowns.
Lakewood Ranch's loss dropped their record down to 2-4. As for Sarasota, their victory bumped their record up to 4-2.
Looking ahead, Lakewood Ranch will venture away from home to face off against Palmetto at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Tigers will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Mustangs surely won't give up without a fight. As for Sarasota, they will challenge Lehigh at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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