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Pine was topped by Pearl River, 27-22, in Friday’s opener at home.

“It was a close game,” Pine coach Bradley Seal said. “It just seemed like in the third quarter, we made too many mistakes that ended up costing us.”

Adrianuen Johnson ran for 81 yards on 15 carries and a touchdown.

Brandon Sprehe threw for 76 yards and a touchdown. Sprehe also ran for 58 yards and a score.

Audrelique Dural made 9.5 tackles.

Kazyron Warren intercepted two passes.

Keyshun Warren posted two sacks.

This week, Pine will attempt to get to 1-1 when they play against St. Thomas Aquinas at home Wednesday, Oct. 7 at 7 p.m.

“We need to get a win,” Seal said. “St. Thomas has a lot coming back. They’re normally pretty competitive. They’re big up front this year.”

Pine won last year’s game, 30-7.

After Thursday’s game, Pine will play against Northlake Christian at home on Oct. 16.