Lincoln had to start their season on the road on Saturday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They lost 53-28 to the St. Thomas Aquinas Trojans. While losing is never fun, the Railsplitters can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' football rankings in their respective home states (they are ranked 141st in New York, while the Trojans are ranked 22nd in New Jersey).
St. Thomas Aquinas' win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Josiah Zayas, who picked up 109 receiving yards and three touchdowns. Zymere Weaver was another key signal caller, throwing for 145 yards and three touchdowns while completing 100% of his passes.
The win got St. Thomas Aquinas back to even at 1-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lincoln is headed away from home for the first time to face off against Canarsie at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for St. Thomas Aquinas, they will face off against North Brunswick at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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