Lake Marion's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Whale Branch Warriors 28-26. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Gators have posted since September 13, 2024.
When it comes to explaining why Whale Branch lost, don't look at Jermon Bowers. Despite the final result, he rushed for 127 yards and three scores. Bowers is becoming a predictor of the Warriors' success: when he posts at least two rushing touchdowns the team is 2-1 (and 1-4 when he doesn't).
Lake Marion is on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 4-5 record this season. As for Whale Branch, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season.
Lake Marion will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Edisto at 7:00 p.m. on the 31st. As for Whale Branch, they didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 62-12 defeat against Hampton County on the 24th.
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