Lake Highlands is 9-1 against Pearce since October of 2014, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Friday. After each having a week off, both will shake off the cobwebs and face off against one another at 7:00 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
Two weeks ago, Lake Highlands was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 21-17 to Flower Mound.
Meanwhile, Pearce came up short against Marcus two weeks ago and fell 31-20. The loss was the Mustangs' first of the season.
Even though the team lost, they still had their share of impressive performances. One of the best came from Andrew Casagrande, who rushed for 142 yards and a touchdown on only nine carries. He really tore up the turf during one magnificent 83-yard run. Presley Harper was another key signal caller, throwing for 224 yards and a touchdown.
Lake Highlands now has a losing record at 1-2. As for Pearce, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
Everything came up roses for Lake Highlands against Pearce when the teams last played back in October of 2023, as the squad secured a 56-29 victory. Will Lake Highlands repeat their success, or does Pearce have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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