Riverview is preparing for their first district matchup of the season on Friday. They will be playing at home against the Durant Cougars at 7:30 p.m. Riverview will be strutting in after a victory while Durant will be coming in after a defeat.
Riverview took a 24-point loss the last time they faced off against Newsome, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Sharks pulled ahead with a 36-35 photo finish over the Wolves on Friday. The Sharks' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Alex McPherson
| 09/19/25 @ Newsome | 167 |
| 09/20/24 vs Newsome | 67 |
| 09/05/25 @ Middleton | 36 |
| 09/12/25 vs Plant City | 32 |
| 08/23/24 @ Hillsborough | 22 |
A big part of Riverview's win came down to the chemistry between Carter Peternell and his top target Alex McPherson. Peternell rushed for 67 yards and one score on only five carries while McPherson picked up 167 receiving yards and three touchdowns. Those 167 receiving yards gave McPherson a new career-high.
Riverview didn't let much get past them through the air: they limited Newsome to a completion percentage of just 50%. That dominant aerial defense primarily came from four players: Dominic Persaud, Shakil Young, Gianni Newton, and Antrell Johnson, who each logged one passes deflected. Riverview wasn't nearly as limited: they posted one of 62.9%.
Meanwhile, Durant was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. The contest between the Cougars and Wharton didn't end well, with the Cougars falling 31-13.
Riverview will have to contain Sam Themar as he made an impact in Durant's last game. He threw for 213 yards and one TD, and also rushed for 30 yards and one touchdown. 124 of Themar's passing yards were hauled in by King Rivera.
Durant's loss dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Riverview, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
Riverview was taken down by Durant 41-7 in their previous matchup back in September of 2024. Will the Sharks have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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