After low-scoring totals in their previous three game, Fruitdale brought some dynamite into their most recent contest. They walked away with a 32-20 win over the Shields Panthers on Friday. The victory continues a trend for the Pirates in their matchups with the Panthers: they've now won five in a row.
Landin Holland
| 09/12/25 vs Shields | 125 |
| 08/22/25 @ Bayshore Christian | 64 |
| 08/23/24 vs Bayshore Christian | 28 |
| 08/29/25 vs Pleasant Home | 21 |
| 09/05/25 @ Marengo | 19 |
Landin Holland was the offensive standout of the match as he rushed for 125 yards and one score. Those 125 rushing yards gave him a new career-high. Fruitdale also got help from Joshua Chestnutt, who showed off his sure hands for 81 receiving yards.
Another reason for the win was Fruitdale's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for four sacks. In that department, Jacob Wilson was the leader with two. He also set a new season-high mark in total tackles with 12. Levon Watkins was another major factor on D, picking up a sack and making nine total tackles.
Fruitdale's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Shields, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-3.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Fruitdale will square off against rival Millry at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Shields is set to take on their familiar foe Leroy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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