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Lakeside Dragons secure season-opening win over Lutheran East

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 8:46 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

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Summary

The Lakeside Dragons opened their football season with a 14-7 victory against Lutheran East on August 24 at Brush High School. Lakeside's defense limited Lutheran East to just seven points, while the Dragons' offense utilized a balanced attack, highlighted by a 90-yard touchdown pass from quarterback JJ Murphy to Dae’veon Gaines. The game featured periods of sloppy play, with several penalties affecting both teams. Lutheran East tied the game late in the second quarter before Lakeside regained the lead and maintained it throughout the second half. Lutheran East quarterback Lawrence Davis-Dillardo suffered an injury late in the game, impacting their final drive as they faced a fourth and 18 scenario with seconds remaining.

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By the Numbers

•Lakeside Dragons win their season opener 14-7 against Lutheran East.
•JJ Murphy throws a 90-yard touchdown pass to Dae’veon Gaines.
•Lutheran East ties the game late in the second quarter.
•The game features numerous penalties and turnovers.
•Lakeside prepares for CVC Lake Division play against Geneva next week.

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LYNDHURST — A year of maturity made a difference Saturday evening for the Lakeside Dragons. Playing freshmen and sophomores last year led to some growth in a 14-7 victory over Lutheran East. The Dragons defense held Lutheran East to just seven points by staying on their assignments and not freelancing, said Lakeside football coach Terry Henton. “We talked all summer about putting in the work,” ...
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