Lanier had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They came out on top against the Sumrall Bobcats by a score of 28-21 on Friday.
Lanier was led to victory by Darrell Roberts and Jeremiah Wilson. Roberts rushed for 105 yards and a touchdown on only ten carries, while Wilson rushed for 175 yards and a touchdown while picking up 8.8 yards per carry. Those 105 rushing yards gave Roberts a new career-high.
Lanier's record is now 8-2. As for Sumrall, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-9.
Lanier will face off against Forest at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Forest's defense has only allowed 6.8 points per game this season, so Lanier's offense will have their work cut out for them. Sumrall does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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