RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — This Friday night, the undefeated Huguenot Falcons (6-0) will take to the road to take on the LC Bird Skyhawks, one of Class 5’s top teams. The matchup promises to be an explosive display of two of the state’s most potent offenses, making it our 8 Sports Blitz Game of the Week.
LC Bird head coach Matt Bland expressed his enthusiasm for the challenge ahead, noting the impressive talent on Huguenot’s roster. “I’m excited about the opportunity. Huguenot is an incredible team. They look like a college team, got a bunch of Power 4 guys on the team. Well coached, I was really impressed with their skill kids but also their offensive line. Whoever is coaching the line out there is doing a great job, so it’s an exciting opportunity for us just getting the opportunity to play them.”
Huguenot has been nothing short of dominant this season, averaging an astonishing 55 points per game while allowing just 10.6. However, the Skyhawks have also been successful, averaging 41.5 points per game. Coach Charles Scott is well aware that the Falcons will present a formidable challenge. “They have playmakers that can change the game at any time, and we just got to play our game, play fast and get to the ball. Their defensive line is outstanding; they play hard. They are a well-coached team, they play fast, they will be well prepared.”…