DeLand lost against Mainland back in August of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The DeLand Bulldogs received a blow as they fell 42-27 to the Mainland Buccaneers. The Bulldogs have struggled against the Buccaneers recently, as their game on Friday was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
Even though they lost, DeLand was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 200 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 154 rushing yards in eight consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Mainland's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Sebastian Johnson, who threw for 224 yards and three touchdowns on only 19 passes, and also rushed for 31 yards. 111 of those passing yards were hauled in by Jameil Patrick, who also brought in two receiving touchdowns.
DeLand's defeat dropped their record down to 4-3. As for Mainland, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 2-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. DeLand will venture away from home to square off against Flagler Palm Coast at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. DeLand is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 33.6 points per game this season. As for Mainland, they will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Heritage at 7:00 p.m. on October 18th.
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