Venice defeats Lakeland in double-overtime road football game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 5:35 AM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Venice secured a 32-25 victory over Lakeland on Friday night after a double-overtime contest. The Indians established an early 14-0 lead during the first quarter before a weather delay halted momentum. Lakeland recovered during the second quarter with two takeaways and eventually tied the game at 22-22, forcing overtime. In the first extra period, officiating penalties complicated Lakeland's possession, resulting in a field goal. Venice responded by tying the game, then ultimately closed out the win in the second overtime. This marks the second time this season that Venice has traveled away from home and earned a win in overtime.
- •Venice earned a 32-25 win over Lakeland on Friday, September 4.
- •Dorien Jones and Mike Blakely provided early touchdowns for Venice.
- •A lightning delay in the first quarter interrupted the game for one hour.
- •Lakeland junior Kelin Hendrix recorded approximately 150 rushing yards on 20 carries.
- •Both teams were hampered by frequent illegal participation penalties throughout the contest.
- 5:35 AMYahoo Sports — Venice escapes Lakeland with 32-25 double-overtime win
"The Indians held on in their road win in double overtime over the Dreadnaughts on Friday night.
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