Lakeside had lost six straight at home dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 0-9 to make it seven. They were beaten by the Brunswick Pirates 60-6. The Panthers were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 34-6.
Even if they lost, Lakeside's defensive line still kept up the pressure with three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Cameron Ferrer, Joey Curkovic, and John Green, who each picked up one sack apiece.
As for Brunswick, their record is now 7-2. The result was nothing new for the Pirates, who have now won six games by 25 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 Josiah Gibbons and Nigel Gardner. Gibbons gained 151 total yards and two touchdowns while Gardner rushed for 87 yards and three scores on only eight carries. That's the most rushing touchdowns Gardner has posted since back in August. Grant Moore was another key player, throwing for 219 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only 18 passes.
Lakeside wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next matchup, a 38-21 win against Bradwell Institute on the 24th. As for Brunswick, they will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against South Effingham at 7:30 p.m. on the 31st.
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