Palmetto put another one in the bag on Friday to keep their perfect season alive. They were the clear victor by a 41-21 margin over the Riverview Sarasota Rams. For the Tigers, this counts as revenge for the 49-20 defeat the Rams walked away with the last time they faced one another back in November of 2023.
Palmetto's receiving core played a big role in the win, headlined by Nazir Pitchford and Simeon Matt. Pitchford picked up 101 receiving yards and two touchdowns while Matt picked up 128 receiving yards and three touchdowns. The bulk of thosereceiving yards came from one huge play: a catch that gained an incredible 75 yards.
Palmetto's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Camdon Stancil and Joe Hills. Paul Moore was another major factor on D, picking up a sack and making nine total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Although Riverview Sarasota took the loss, they still got scores from Jaden Key, Toryeon James, and Isaiah Belt.
Palmetto's win bumped their record up to 3-0. As for Riverview Sarasota, they now have a losing record at 1-2.
Palmetto will head out to take on Parrish Community at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Parrish Community will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Palmetto surely won't give up without a fight. As for Riverview Sarasota, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Berkeley Prep at 7:30 p.m. Riverview Sarasota will be looking to keep their four-game home win streak dating back to last season alive.
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