Lenape Valley had to start their season on the road on Thursday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They took a 34-28 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Pocono Mountain West Panthers. While the Patriots didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Panthers 7-0 in the first quarter.
Pocono Mountain West's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Christian Stiehler led the charge by rushing for 144 yards and a pair of touchdowns, while also catching one score. Another signal caller making a difference was Jerel Sims, who threw for 127 yards and a pair of TDs.
Pocono Mountain West's victory bumped their record up to 2-0.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lenape Valley will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against Kinnelon at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Pocono Mountain West, they will take on Louis E. Dieruff at 7:00 p.m. on September 5.
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