Lincoln Prep extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to four on Friday, dropping them down to 0-3. They took a 37-30 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Mountainside Wolves. The Lightning were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Wolves apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in October of 2021.
When it comes to explaining why Lincoln Prep lost, don't look at Connor Mewhinney. Despite the final result, he picked up 173 receiving yards and four scores. Mewhinney showed off some serious burst, connecting on a big catch for 61 yards.
As for Mountainside, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 2-1. The wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 42.0 points over those games.
Mountainside had a senior duo take command as Daniel Gregg rushed for 156 yards on only 13 carries and Mason Lingenfelter rushed for 55 yards and three touchdowns. Lingenfelter also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, picking up a sack and making four total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lincoln Prep will venture away from home to take on Coronado at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Mountainside, they will square off against Veritas Prep at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The contest will give the Wolves their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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