Benjamin Franklin couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell 36-27 to the Fisher Gators on Friday. The Falcons' loss continues a trend for the team, making it five in a row dating back to last season.
Nickson Thibodeaux was the offensive standout of the match as he rushed for 76 yards and three touchdowns, and also threw for 139 yards on only ten passes. That's the most rushing yards he has posted since back in September of 2023. A healthy portion of that aerial production (118 yards to be exact) went to Jacob Bourgeois.
Fisher's victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-1.
Benjamin Franklin will square off against North Iberville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Fisher, they will be defending their home-field for the first time this season they go up against Cohen on Saturday. Cohen is coming into the matchup with three straight defeats on the road, meaning Fisher will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win.
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