Ridgeland had to endure a 15-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They snuck past the LaFayette Ramblers with a 28-23 win on Friday. The Panthers' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
The critical scores for Ridgeland came from Jayden Lambert, Zion Jackson, Bryson Donald, and Jacob Bell.
Ridgeland was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 260 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Ridgeland's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. Jackson picked up that interception and then proceeded to rub salt in the wound by taking it back the other way for a touchdown. Ridgeland got some further help from Braylon Pritchett: he made 15 total tackles (3.0 for loss) and defended a pass.
LaFayette's loss came despite strong showings from Khalas Finley and Dylan Henton. Finley rushed for 90 yards and a touchdown, while Henton picked up 79 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Ridgeland's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-5. As for LaFayette, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-6.
Ridgeland will be playing in front of their home fans against Calhoun at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Ridgeland is out to stop a eight-game streak of losses at home dating back to last season. As for LaFayette, they will head out on the road to take on Northwest Whitfield at 8:00 p.m. on Friday. Northwest Whitfield will roll in looking for their sixth straight win, something LaFayette surely won't give up without a fight.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
