Longwood had to hit the road for their first game and it wasn't the result they were hoping for. They were dealt a 35-7 loss at the hands of the Ward Melville Patriots on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Lions have suffered against the Patriots since November 10, 2018.
Ward Melville was led to victory by Joey Benedetto and Hudson Philbrick. Benedetto gained 158 total yards and two touchdowns, while Philbrick threw for 140 yards and two TDs on only five passes. Benedetto's longest reception was for an incredible 74 yards. Joey Karpowicz was in the mix as well, providing Ward Melville with two scores.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Longwood will take on rival Sachem East at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Ward Melville is set to square off against their familiar foe Bay Shore at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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