While Riverdale didn't have the best season last year (they finished 2-8), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They were the clear victor by a 35-12 margin over the Mariner Tritons on Friday. The result was nothing new for the Raiders, who have now won three contests by 23 points or more so far this season.
This one was won in the trenches and the lion's share of the credit has to go to Lovensky Blanchard and he. Blanchard rushed for 168 yards and a touchdown on only 14 carries while he rushed for 168 yards and a touchdown on only 14 carries. His longest rush was for an impressive 63 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total.
Riverdale's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged three passes before it was all said and done. It was truly a group effort as Latroy Pender Jr., Carlton Williams, and Cleyon Grizzle picked up one apiece.
The win for Riverdale keeps them at an undefeated 4-0. As for Mariner, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 1-3.
Riverdale will be playing in front of their home fans against Cypress Lake at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Riverdale's defense has only allowed 15.2 points per game this season, so Cypress Lake's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Mariner, they will venture away from home to take on Island Coast at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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