On Friday night, the Land O’ Lakes High School Eagles football team took an early lead in the Butter Bowl rivalry, defeating the Pasco High School Pirates 35-14. The game, held at Land O’ Lakes High School, was the second of the season for both teams.
The Eagles, led by quarterback Tyler Day, started strong with a 7-0 lead in the first quarter. They continued to dominate, scoring 14 points in the second quarter to take a 21-0 lead at halftime. The Pirates, led by quarterback Jake Walker, struggled to find their rhythm, but managed to score 14 points in the fourth quarter to make the final score 35-14.
The Butter Bowl rivalry between Land O’ Lakes and Pasco is one of the most anticipated matchups in Pasco County high school football. The two teams have a long history of competition, and the game is always closely contested.
The win gives Land O’ Lakes a 2-0 record on the season, while Pasco falls to 1-1. The Eagles will look to continue their winning streak next Friday, while the Pirates will seek to bounce back from their first loss.
Originally reported by Tampa Beacon – Pasco County
Sources: Tampa Beacon – Pasco County
