Lane Dragons Win First Home Game!

Jackson, Tennessee - The Dragons football team got their first home victory in over two years as they defeated the Skyhawks of Point University 46-18. The Dragons picked up their second win of the season, and activated the ringing of the “Big Blue Bell” into action once again.

It did not take long for the Dragons to score first as the Skyhawks won the coin toss and elected to receive the ball in the second half. Freshman kicker Ryan Bullock connected on a 32- yard field goal at the 11:52 mark for a Dragons 3-0 advantage. This would not be the only score of the first quarter for the Dragons. With 1:12 left on the clock, Freshman Quarterback Alan Ferguson aired a long-range missile to the right corner of the end zone, where he found Greg Moore for a 48-yard touchdown. Ryan Bullock added the extra point for a Dragons 10-0 lead.

The second quarter started the same way the first quarter ended.

Once again the Dynamic-Duo of Ferguson and Moore made reservations in the end zone after a 47 yard hook up for another Dragons touchdown. Bullock connected on his second extra point of the evening putting the Dragons up 17-0.

Not to be denied, the defensive unit was the next to give the overflow crowd at Lane Field something to cheer about. Jack Howard zeroed in on the Skyhawk Quarterback, creating a fumble that allowed teammate Tyren Futch to collect the pigskin and rumble 72 yards to pay dirt. Ryan Bullock connected once again on the extra point and increased the Dragons'lead to 24-0.

The Skyhawks put together a five minute drive to the end zone as QB Michael Bloodser was able to enter pay dirt from one yard out for the touchdown. The Skyhawk's attempt for a 2 point conversion resulted in a 92-yard safety for the Dragons. The pass attempt for the conversion was intercepted by the Dragons Paris Hopper, and the race to the end zone was on. After the speedy free-safety cleared his last obstacle, it was smooth sailing for the 92-yard return and a 26-6 Dragons half-time lead.

After each team had one possession in the first seven minutes of the third quarter, Dragon Damien Harris intercepted the Skyhawks' Quarterback pass giving the Dragons great field position at the Skyhawks 46-yard line. Seven plays later, Darren Henry shot up the middle for a five-yard run to the end zone for a touchdown. Ryan Bullock added another extra point and increased the Dragons' lead to 33-6.

After getting a nice run back on the kick-off by Darion Sneed, the Skyhawks moved the ball to the Dragons' 26-yard line. The next play from scrimmage allowed Paris Hopper to step in front of the Skyhawks' receiver and dash for what would seem to be a 99-yard interception return for a touchdown. A penalty against the Dragons before the interception negated the outstanding return and placed the ball at the 11-yard line.

Michael Bloodser connected with Brand Lampkin on an 11-yard pass, completing a five-play 66 yard drive for the Skyhawks' second touchdown of the evening at the 4:04 mark in the third quarter. The two-point conversion failed as the pass was incomplete and the Dragons' lead was reduced to 33-12.

A quick offensive possession by the Dragons, gave the ball back to the Skyhawks after a bad snap sailed over Punter Ryan Bullock's head. The Skyhawks looked to be ready to put another drive together before Kedric Hooks intercepted the Quarterback pass for a 58-yard return and a Dragons touchdown. Ryan Bullock connected with his fifth extra point of the evening and increased the Dragons' lead to 40-12 going into the fourth quarter.

Bullock added two additional field goals (23 & 36 Yards) in the fourth quarter before the Skyhawks scored their third touchdown of the evening with nine seconds left in the game for a final 46-18 Dragons Victory.

The Dragons look to continue the winning streak at home on September 24 as they host the Maroon Tigers of Morehouse College. Kick-Off is scheduled for a 2 p.m. start.

We invite all fans to wear your Royal Blue as we pack the stadium for the next football action.

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By Lane College Sports Information