Lower Richland only won by three when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 47-point they dealt Lakewood on Friday. The Lower Richland Diamond Hornets blew past the Lakewood Gators 53-6. That 47 point margin sets a new team best for the Diamond Hornets this season.
Lower Richland's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Christian 'Freight Train' Wilson led the charge by rushing for 48 yards and three touchdowns. Amari Fisher was another major influence, as he rushed for 67 yards and ran in a TD.
Lower Richland didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Rha'Zarii Harris. Lower Richland got some further help from Sergino Samuels: he picked up two sacks and made seven total tackles.
Lower Richland was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 259 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in August.
Lower Richland has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 5-4 record this season. As for Lakewood, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-6.
Lower Richland didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 36-19 loss against South Florence on the 25th. Lakewood has also already played their next match, a 70-8 defeat against Hartsville on the 25th.
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