Pine Lake Prep had to start their season on the road on Monday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They took a 39-20 bruising from the SouthLake Christian Academy Eagles. The Pride's loss continues a trend for the team, making it four in a row dating back to last season.
Pine Lake Prep's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Johntay Gaither, who picked up 94 receiving yards and a touchdown. Dre Norris also played a phenomenal game despite the final result: he picked up 137 receiving yards.
Hunter Bolling was a one-man wrecking crew for SouthLake Christian Academy as he threw for 262 yards and three touchdowns, and also rushed for 79 yards and two touchdowns. Austin Williams was another key player, rushing for 138 yards on only eight carries.
SouthLake Christian Academy now has a winning record of 2-1.
Pine Lake Prep will head out to face off against Roanoke Rapids at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for SouthLake Christian Academy, they are taking a road trip to challenge Mountain Island Charter at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams might be coming in a bit winded given these two teams combined for 1,069 yards in their previous games.
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