Aubrey Rogers lost against Estero back in August of 2024, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Patriots were outmatched by the Wildcats and fell 56-10. The Patriots were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 35-10.
Despite the defeat, Aubrey Rogers saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Hudson King rushed for 122 yards. King's longest rush was for an incredible 77 yards.
Maddox Stewart was nothing short of spectacular for Estero: he threw for 332 yards and three TDs while picking up 11.4 yards per attempt, and also rushed for 56 yards and one touchdown. What's more, Stewart racked up 138.9 passer rating, the most he's had since back in September of 2024. A healthy portion of Stewart's aerial production (98 yards to be exact) went to Kegan Kreuscher, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
Aubrey Rogers' loss was their fourth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Estero, the win got them back to even at 1-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Aubrey Rogers will get a bit of extra time to process the defeat as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Palmetto Ridge at 7:30 p.m. on the 12th. As for Estero, they will be playing in front of their home fans against East Lee County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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