Oak Ridge had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They really took it to the Frontier Titans for the full four quarters, racking up a 40-7 victory. With the Trojans ahead 26-0 at the half, the matchup was all but over already.
Oak Ridge's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Isaac Pierce, who picked up 91 receiving yards and one touchdown. Tyler Andujar also helped with two scores in total.
Oak Ridge didn't let much get past them through the air: they limited Frontier to a completion percentage of just 40%. That dominant aerial defense primarily came from two players: Pierce and Aschlei Andrade, who each logged two passes deflected. Oak Ridge wasn't nearly as limited: they posted one of 75%.
Looking ahead, Oak Ridge will head out on the road to take on Mission Hills at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. As for Frontier, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Liberty at 7:30 p.m.
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