After flying high against Rangeview last Friday, Legacy came back down to earth. The Legacy Lightning came up short against the Erie Tigers on Thursday, falling 38-17.
When it comes to explaining why Legacy lost, don't look at Tyler Anderson. Despite the final result, he picked up 81 receiving yards and a touchdown, and also rushed for 73 yards and a touchdown. The bulk of those receiving yards came from one huge play: a catch that gained an incredible 75 yards. Andrew Gardner also helped out by tossing the rock for 258 yards.
Legacy has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season. As for Erie, the victory was the sixth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 7-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Legacy will welcome Vista PEAK Prep at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Legacy is facing Vista PEAK Prep at the right time seeing as Vista PEAK Prep is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Erie, they will challenge Horizon at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Erie will be looking to keep their three-game home win streak alive.
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