Pirates lose to Blanchard in play-off

  • The Pirates go for the catch. courtesy photo
    The Pirates go for the catch. courtesy photo
  • The Pirates move forward with the ball.
    The Pirates move forward with the ball.
  • Cord Dobrinski runs the ball down the field. courtesy photo
    Cord Dobrinski runs the ball down the field. courtesy photo
  • Pirates lose to Blanchard in play-off
    Pirates lose to Blanchard in play-off
  • Pirates lose to Blanchard in play-off
    Pirates lose to Blanchard in play-off

The Bristow Purple Pirates lost their playoff game against Blanchard 21-18 on Friday. The game started off well for the Pirates with an interception by Cord Dobrinksi. Then, Bristow scored the first points of the game with a field goal. However, Blanchard took the lead at the end of the first quarter with a touchdown. In the second quarter, Bristow re took the lead with a passing touchdown by Stephon Tolon. The Pirates then rushed for a two-point conversion.

During the third quarter, Blanchard scored two touchdowns to retake and extend their lead over the Pirates. In the fourth quarter, Bristow attempted a last-minute comeback with a Tolon rushing touchdown but fell short. The Pirates ended the game with 229 total yards, 52 passing and 177 rushing.