HDuck No. 1 Share Posted December 15 MISSION VIEJO — Lincoln High School’s football team filled the role of vagabonds this season. Because of a home field that was deemed unsafe, the Hornets not only played every game on the road, but boarded buses to every practice. “Never had a season like it,” said Lincoln coach David Dunn. A season of resolve and resilience ended in tears of celebration Friday night as the Hornets capped an unforgettable season by beating Pittsburg 28-26 at Saddleback College to win the Division 1-AA state championship. It’s the second state title in the last three years for the Hornets (12-2). Smith capped an 11-play, 80-yard drive, all on the ground, by scoring from 7 yards out for a 28-20 lead with 3:44 to play. The Hornets did not throw the ball often, running 64 times while attempting just 14 passes. But the Oregon-bound Smith made Pittsburg pay when he dropped back, completing 6 of 11 passes for 171 yards and three TDs. “Akili has grown,” said Lincoln coach David Dunn. “He understands when to use his arm to make big plays. And when to use his legs.” Star of the game was Pittsburg running back Jamar Searcy who ripped off some big gains and scored all 4 of his team's TDs. Though is carry for a 2-pt conversion failed. He is committed to Washington State. Two Years After Last State Title, Lincoln High Again Takes Division 1-AA Crown - Times of San Diego TIMESOFSANDIEGO.COM The Hornets etched their name into California high school football history once again with a 28-26 nail-biting win over Pittsburg High. 1 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDuck Author No. 2 Share Posted December 15 San Diego Lincoln outlasts Pittsburg for California high school football championship WWW.SI.COM Smith accounts for four touchdowns, and the Hornets hold on for a 28-26 win over the Pirates in the CIF Division 1-AA state championship game 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
idontrollonshobbas No. 3 Share Posted December 15 Championship pedigree Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lrod No. 4 Share Posted Monday at 06:11 PM why is he running and not passing so much? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirklandduck Moderator No. 5 Share Posted Monday at 10:02 PM On 12/16/2024 at 10:11 AM, Lrod said: why is he running and not passing so much? Could be the conditions of the game situation dictated it. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Fischer Administrator No. 6 Share Posted Monday at 10:44 PM On 12/16/2024 at 10:11 AM, Lrod said: why is he running and not passing so much? Akili Smith jr.'s Lincoln High School Football Stats WWW.MAXPREPS.COM Check out Akili Smith jr.'s high school sports stats, including updates while playing football at Lincoln High School (San Diego, CA). He has passed quite a bit over his career and has good stats. 1 2 Mr. FishDuck Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Santa Rosa Duck No. 7 Share Posted Monday at 11:37 PM Six foot five inches and 225 pounds. How big is he going to be when he grows up? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
30Duck Moderator No. 8 Share Posted Monday at 11:50 PM On 12/16/2024 at 3:37 PM, Santa Rosa Duck said: Six foot five inches and 225 pounds. How big is he going to be when he grows up? Currently, Justin Herbert is 6'6 236, and everybody says faster than he looks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirklandduck Moderator No. 9 Share Posted Tuesday at 06:35 PM On 12/16/2024 at 10:11 AM, Lrod said: why is he running and not passing so much? Looking at his career stats, he has indeed passed less and ran much more his senior season compared to his junior and sophomore seasons. Maybe he's trying to establish himself as more of a dual threat QB. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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