Ledyard has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 11.86 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They came up short against the New London Whalers, falling 32-6. The Colonels were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Whalers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in November of 2022.
When it comes to explaining why Ledyard lost, don't look at Anthony Adamick. Despite the final result, he rushed for 145 yards and a touchdown.
Ledyard wouldn't let New London keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Ledyard can thank Titus Streckfuss and Myles Streckfuss for forcing both of them. Titus has been hot , having also posted six or more total tackles the last six times he's played.
Ledyard is on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-3. As for New London, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 4-3.
Ledyard will host Woodstock Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Ledyard's defense has only allowed 11.9 points per game this season, so Woodstock Academy's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for New London, they will challenge Fitch at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. One thing working in New London's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points in their last five matchups.
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