Seminole couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They lost 42-20 to the Tarpon Springs Spongers on Thursday. The loss leaves the Warhawks without a win on the season.
Despite the loss, Seminole still got an impressive performance from Mason Starke, who picked up 136 receiving yards and three touchdowns, and also rushed for 71 yards. Starke was no stranger to the big play, lighting up the secondary with a catch that went for 56 yards.
Seminole wouldn't let Tarpon Springs keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Seminole can thank Brody Tuna and Manuel Smith for forcing both of them.
Emarian Triplett was a one-man wrecking crew for Tarpon Springs as he rushed for 120 yards and two touchdowns on only 13 carries. The team also got some help courtesy of Nikita Rinios, who rushed for 63 yards and two touchdowns.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Seminole will take on Lakewood Ranch at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Tarpon Springs, they will face off against Palm Harbor University at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Tarpon Springs is coming into the game hot, having won their last six games dating back to last season.
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