Bangor scored the most points they've had all season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They lost to the Jim Thorpe Olympians on the road by a 43-27 margin. The loss leaves the Slaters without a win on the season.
Despite the defeat, Bangor saw an underclassman step up: Jaxson Kreider rushed for 56 yards and a touchdown, and also threw for 184 yards and a touchdown while completing 80% of his passes.
Jim Thorpe's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Cole Lazorick led the charge by rushing for 75 yards and two touchdowns, while also throwing for 255 yards and two touchdowns. That's the most rushing yards Lazorick has posted since back in August. Josh Louk was Lazorick's top target, picking up 33 receiving yards and two touchdowns, while also rushing for 76 yards and a touchdown.
Bangor's loss dropped their record down to 0-9. As for Jim Thorpe, their victory bumped their record up to 3-6.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bangor will face off against Pen Argyl at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday. As for Jim Thorpe, they will take on Lehighton at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Jim Thorpe is no doubt hoping to put an end to a five-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
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