In a game delayed nearly an hour and a half because of bad weather, the Patriots defense came up big on two consecutive drives to win a close game at home over the Warriors.
Key drive: Down by 3 with less than six minutes remaining, Osceola drove from its own 25 to near the Patriots 20-yard line. Running back Nick Shytle took the ball from quarterback Ryan Allan and passed — a play he had successfully completed earlier in the game. This time, however, the pass was intercepted by Rod Robinson and allowed Pinellas Park to take more time off the clock.
Play of the game: The interception by Robinson was big, as were two consecutive sacks by the Pinellas Park defense on Osceola’s final drive. Jaquise Simmons got the final sack of the game on fourth down to seal the win for the Patriots.
Stars of the game: The Patriots’ Oscee Calhoun had 12 carries for 57 yards. Teammate Donte Maxson had nine carries for 73 yards. Osceola’s Shytle carried 9 times for 39 yards and caught three balls for 55 yards. Warriors quarterback Allan completed 8-of-15 passes for 119 yards and a touchdown pass.