Lake Wales blew Auburndale out of the water the last time the pair played, but on Friday Auburndale got their revenge. The Highlanders fell just short of the Bloodhounds by a score of 16-14. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last four times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.
Although Lake Wales took the loss, they still got scores from Brayden Scott and Kamari Smith.
Myrone Jean
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Lake Wales didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Myrone Jean. Jean is also crushing it when it comes to total tackles: he's made at least six every time he's taken the field this season. D'Cari Smith was another major factor on D, picking up a sack, making 18 total tackles (3.0 for loss), and defending one pass.
Having lost for the first time this season, Lake Wales fell to 2-1. As for Auburndale, the win got them back to even at 1-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lake Wales will square off against Sebring at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Auburndale, they will face off against Kathleen at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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