Shorecrest Prep faced Academy at the Lakes in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Thursday. The Chargers narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past the Wildcats 41-38. The win continues a trend for the Chargers in their matchups with the Wildcats: they've now won five in a row.
Ke'Mon Dent
| 10/09/25 vs Academy at the Lakes | 3 |
| 09/05/25 @ Bell Creek Academy | 3 |
| 09/19/25 @ Lake Mary Prep | 2 |
| 09/26/25 @ Lakeside Christian | 1 |
| 08/22/25 vs Riverview Academy | 1 |
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Shorecrest Prep to victory, but perhaps none more so than Ke'Mon Dent, who rushed for 192 yards and three scores while picking up 7.4 yards per carry. Dent has become a key player for the Chargers: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two rushing touchdowns, but 1-2 otherwise. Damir Hooker was another major influence, as he rushed for 77 yards and ran in a TD.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Shorecrest Prep was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 344 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Academy at the Lakes only rushed for 79.
Another reason for the win was Shorecrest Prep's imposing defensive line, which managed to get into the backfield for three sacks. De'Shawyn Long refused to say out of the backfield, picking up 1.5 sacks all by himself. Shorecrest Prep received some extra help from Damarion Feaster, whose fumble return for a touchdown made for one of the most unforgettable moments.
Shorecrest Prep's victory was their first in the district, bumping their district record up to 1-2 and their overall record up to 4-2. As for Academy at the Lakes, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 4-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Shorecrest Prep will take on Foundation Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on the 17th. The Panthers' defense has only allowed 13.1 points per game this season, so the Chargers' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Academy at the Lakes, they will challenge Bell Creek Academy at 7:00 p.m. on the 17th.
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