The Riverside Generals will take on the Raines Vikings at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Both come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Riverside is returning home triumphant after the team finally put their road woes behind them against Ribault on Friday. The Generals pulled ahead with a 21-20 photo finish over the Trojans. The Generals haven't had any issues with the Trojans recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive victory against them.
Meanwhile, Raines was fully in charge two weeks ago, breezing past Lake Mary 51-3. Fans of the Vikings have seen this all before: every one of the games they've played this season has ended in a blowout of 20+ points.
Riverside better keep an eye on Timothy Cole. He was instrumental in Raines' win, throwing for 195 yards and a pair of TDs on only 18 passes, while also rushing for 50 yards and one touchdown. Tadarius Washington was another key player, rushing for 106 yards and one score.
Special teams was a major factor in the game for Raines, racking up 21 points in total. The biggest highlight from special teams (and perhaps the team as a whole) came courtesy of Eddie Hinton, who ran a punt back for a touchdown.
Raines' defense made their presence known, laying out Noah Grubbs. three times. Travis Williams was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up two sacks himself.
Raines' win bumped their record up to 3-0. As for Riverside, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-4.
Riverside might still be hurting after the 62-42 loss they got from Raines when the teams last played back in September of 2024. Will the Generals have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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