Sebastian River couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They received a blow on Friday as they fell 28-14 to the Mount Dora Hurricanes. The matchup was a 7-7 toss-up at halftime, but the Sharks couldn't quite close it out.
Despite the loss, Sebastian River still got an impressive performance from Buddha James, who rushed for 153 yards and a touchdown while picking up 9.6 yards per carry, and also picked up 33 receiving yards and a touchdown. James was no stranger to the big play, turning on the jets for a run that went for 62 yards.
Tymir Gaines had a dynamite game for Mount Dora, rushing for 206 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 10.3 yards per carry, and also picking up 61 receiving yards and a touchdown. Another player making a difference was Jake Sepe, who threw for 169 yards and two touchdowns on only 16 passes.
Sebastian River will host Tradition Prep at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Mount Dora, they will be defending their home-field for the first timethey go up against East Ridge at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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