The Okeechobee Brahmans fell on hard times earlier this season, but after back-to-back wins it seems like their luck might finally be changing. They took their game at home on Friday with ease, bagging a 40-13 victory over Lake Placid. The result was nothing new for Okeechobee, who have now won five matchups by 26 points or more so far this season.
Okeechobee had a senior duo take command as Ni'marion Bryant rushed for 114 yards and two touchdowns and Carriss Chilsom-johns rushed for 105 yards and two touchdowns.
Although Lake Placid took the loss, they still got scores from Monterrius Williams and Edwin Williams.
Even if they lost, Lake Placid's defensive line still kept up the pressure with six sacks. The heavy lifting was done by Williams and Mosley McCray who racked up four sacks between them.
Okeechobee's victory bumped their record up to 5-3. As for Lake Placid, their loss was their third straight on the road, which dropped their overall record down to 2-5.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Okeechobee will take on Sebring at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Sebring presents a significant challenge as they come into the match much higher ranked than Okeechobee in Florida (Sebring is ranked 71st, while Okeechobee is ranked 350th). As for Lake Placid, they will be playing at home against Hardee at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Hardee is coming into the match hot, having won their last three games.
