By Chris German
Latta’s junior varsity Vikings celebrate the win over Green Sea-Floyds and an undefeated 7-0 season. (Photo by Billy Tyler.)
On Latta’s opening play, ninth-grade running back CJ Mace ran for an 80-yard touchdown but failed to score on the two-point conversion. Latta’s defense only allowed the JV Trojans one first down in the first half of play, and before the end of the quarter, Mace scored again on a 7-yard touchdown run. The two-point conversion was good on a connection from quarterback Colby Lee to Jackson Williams for a 14-0 lead.
In the second quarter, Latta’s Kartilus McFadden scored on a 17-yard touchdown run and the Vikings made another successful two-point conversion as Lee connected with Williams once more.
After a rare turnover from the Vikings, Green Sea-Floyds drove the ball successfully down the field but Latta’s defense prevented them from scoring. After driving the ball most of the field, Latta’s Lee connected with eighth-grader Damien “Skeeter” Braddy for a 7-yard touchdown, his first of the year. The two-point conversion was good on a run by seventh-grade running back Jamarcus Legette. The Trojans scored late on a touchdown catch for the final score of 30-6.
Latta finished the season 7-0 and first place in region play, something that hasn’t been done in quite some time. A tough defense and a strong running game assisted Latta in this successful season.
The coaches, players, and administration staff would like to thank all the parents and fans for their help and support!
Photos by Billy Tyler. Click images below to view at full size!
