Trinity Collegiate dropped to 5-4 on Friday, ending the team's three-game streak of wins at home. They took a 37-20 bruising from the Laurence Manning Academy Swampcats. The Titans were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Swampcats apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in October of 2024.
Trinity Collegiate's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Garrison Copeland, who picked up 85 receiving yards and a pair of touchdowns. Copeland also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, making seven total tackles (1.0 for loss) and defending two passes. Robert Mack was another key rusher, rushing for 77 yards and one TD on only nine carries.
As for Laurence Manning Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a nice bump to their 5-4 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 36.8 points over those games.
Laurence Manning Academy can attribute much of their success to Grainger Powell, who threw for 174 yards and three touchdowns. What's more, Powell racked up 123.7 passer rating, the most he's had since back in August of 2024.
Looking ahead, Trinity Collegiate will square off against Florence Christian at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Laurence Manning Academy, they will challenge Porter-Gaud at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Swampcats' defense better be ready for this one: the Cyclones have averaged an impressive 28.2 points per game this season.
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