After flying high against Riverside last Thursday, Lightridge came back down to earth. The Bolts were beaten by Independence 49-21 on Friday. The Bolts were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 35-7.
Several Bolts players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Owen Working, who threw for 195 yards and three TDs.
Independence was led to victory by Robert Kellen and Luke King. Kellen rushed for 161 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only 15 carries, while King threw for 133 yards and two TDs on only six passes. What's more, Kellen posted two rushing touchdowns, the most he's had since back in October of 2024. Independence's leading receiver Caidyn Parks was King's top target yet again, picking up 90 receiving yards and one score.
Lightridge's defeat dropped their record down to 5-5. As for Independence, they are on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-3 record this season.
Lightridge and Independence are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. The Bolts will take on Potomac Falls at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Independence, they will challenge North Stafford at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Wolverines' defense has only allowed 14.6 points per game this season, so Independence's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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