McLean was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat dating back to last season. They were a single point away from ending the streak, but they lost a 23-22 heartbreaker at the hands of the Falls Church Jaguars. The Highlanders gained 178 more yards on the day, but it was the Jaguars that made the best use of them.
Chase Forde and Christian McNeill certainly did their best on Friday to avoid the loss. Forde gained 135 total yards and two touchdowns, while McNeill rushed for 70 yards and one touchdown on only eight carries. Steven Conroy also helped out with an impressive 89 receiving yards.
Elijah Lewis was the offensive standout of the matchup as he rushed for 51 yards and a pair of scores.
McLean's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Falls Church, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. McLean will face off against Edison at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Falls Church, they will venture away from home to take on Annandale at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The game will give the Jaguars their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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