The Lamar Raiders are packing up and heading out on the road for their first away game this season. they square off against the Presbyterian Christian Bobcats at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Lamar is headed out to face Presbyterian Christian after opening their season at home and giving their fans just what they were looking for. Lamar was the clear victor by a 27-7 margin over Starkville Academy last Friday. The score at the end of the third wound up being the final score as the Raiders just coasted through the last quarter.
Ashton Jones was a one-man wrecking crew for Lamar as he rushed for 165 yards and two touchdowns. Lamar also got help from Jalin Trotter, who showed off his sure hands for 94 receiving yards.
Meanwhile, Presbyterian Christian had to kick off their season on the road on Friday, but they showed no ill effects. They walked away with a 27-14 win over Columbia Academy. The victory was some much needed relief for the Bobcats as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Lamar took their win against Presbyterian Christian in their previous meeting back in August of 2023 by a conclusive 42-21. The rematch might be a little tougher for Lamar since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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