Laurence Manning Academy lost to Trinity Collegiate back in October of 2024, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Swampcats took down the Titans 37-20. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Swampcats.
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| 10/24/25 - Away | 174 |
| 10/25/24 - Home | 277 |
Laurence Manning Academy can attribute much of their success to Grainger Powell, who threw for 174 yards and three TDs. That's the most passing yards Powell has posted since back in October of 2024.
Laurence Manning Academy didn't let much get past them through the air: they limited Trinity Collegiate to a completion percentage of just 41.9%. The Swampcats weren't nearly as limited: they posted one of 52.6%.
Special teams also deserves some recognition, posting 11 points in total. All those points came courtesy of Daniel Vargas: he added nine points with three field goals and another two kicking extra points.
Trinity Collegiate's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Garrison Copeland, who picked up 85 receiving yards and a pair of touchdowns. Copeland also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, making seven total tackles (1.0 for loss) and defending two passes. Another player making a difference was Robert Mack, who rushed for 77 yards and one score on only nine carries.
Laurence Manning Academy now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Trinity Collegiate, their defeat ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 5-4.
Looking ahead, Laurence Manning Academy will host Porter-Gaud at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Swampcats' defense better be ready for this one: the Cyclones have averaged an impressive 28.2 points per game this season. As for Trinity Collegiate, they will venture away from home to take on Florence Christian at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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