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LYNDEN HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS INFORMATION
November 20, 2009 Advisor: Mr.
Blake Van Dalen
Co-Editors: Ryan Seto and Lucas Jacob
Lions
Seeking Long Distance Win
The Lions (10-1 Overall) are coming off of an
intense 14-7win over Black Hills. In the game SR. QB/DB Jordan
Hastings had two touchdowns on the ground helping lead the Lions to
victory. Also playing a huge part in the game was Lynden’s ability to
stop Black Hills 75% of the time in the redzone. Lynden will look to
keep and use this momentum against an explosive Sequim Wolves team that
is 10-1 Overall. Sequim is a good team that has a balanced running and
throwing game. Look for Sequim to play with a lot of energy as this is
their first time in school history ever reaching the quarterfinals. The
Lions will need to be on top of their game if they want to leave
Silverdale Stadium with a W.
Game Capsule: The game on Saturday could be
determined on whose defensive can be the dominant team at stopping the
run game. It is supposed to be rainy and cold Saturday evening so look
for both teams to put the ball on the ground and let their offensive
line do the work. Sequim is going to try to continue their solid run
game that already has 32 rushing touchdowns on the season. The Lions
will also look to continue their running ways, for as of lately they
have had to rely on their run game due to weather conditions that have
restricted their ability to throw the ball. This will likely be the case
in tomorrow’s game.
What’s At Stake: The game Saturday evening
is another win or go home situation. Both teams enter the evening 10-1
Overall. For the Lions they will look to move on and potentially play
Archbishop Murphy who gave them their only loss this season, or play an
undefeated WF West team. For the Sequim Wolves this is their first time
in school history ever to reach the quarterfinals. They will be playing
with a lot of passion and heart as they want to advance to the Tacoma
Dome. Beating the Lions and moving to the semifinals would be the
biggest accomplishment in the school’s football history.
What to Expect: If the Lions can utilize
their consistent running game than look for that to open up their
explosive passing game if weather is allowing. Also look for the Lions
defense to be strong as well, as they just came off of a huge game last
weak against Black Hills. However, they must contain Sequim’s running
game and explosive passing game if they want to win. The Lions will
face a quarterback that is probably the best they have seen this season
in Drew Rickerson, and a small but explosive back in Travis Decker who
averages 126.6 yards a game and has 25 rushing touchdowns on the season.
Overall, the game should be a battle between two very talented balanced
offensive units who are seeking to be 1 of 4 teams still in the race for
a 2A state championship. |
