While it was all tied up 6-6 at halftime, LaGrange was not quite Abbeville's equal in the second half on Friday. They fell 20-14 to the Wildcats. The Gators were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Wildcats apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in October of 2024.
Abbeville's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Cameron Samuels, who picked up 144 receiving yards and three scores. Samuels was no stranger to the big play, cutting upfield on a catch that went for 53 yards. The team also got some help courtesy of Dazavien Maze, who threw for 223 yards and three TDs on only 19 passes.
LaGrange dropped their record down to 1-4 with the loss, which was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season. As for Abbeville, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. LaGrange will host Washington-Marion at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The game will give the Gators their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Abbeville, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Mamou at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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