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Back in the Saddle Again!

A tough win follows last week's tough loss

The Port Charlotte Pirates pulled out a hard-fought 24-21 victory over Sebring on Friday night, giving fans a game filled with momentum swings and late drama.

 

The win improves Port Charlotte’s record and offers a boost of confidence as the season approaches its midpoint. The Pirates built an early lead with steady drives and a strong defensive stand that forced Sebring into mistakes.

 

But the Blue Streaks fought back, capitalizing on turnovers and timely plays to keep the contest close. By the fourth quarter, the game had turned into a battle of will, with each team trading big moments and refusing to back down.

 

Port Charlotte’s offense delivered when it mattered most. A late scoring drive proved to be the difference, supported by a defense that held strong in the final minutes to secure the narrow three-point win. Sebring had an opportunity to kick a field goal to tie the game, but it was blocked by Port Charlotte, giving the Pirates the victory.

 

The performance highlighted the team’s resilience under pressure and its ability to execute in critical situations, while providing momentum heading into the next stretch of their schedule. The lessons from a close win against a determined opponent could pay dividends as district play heats up in the coming weeks.

 

With the win, Port Charlotte improves to 4-1 on the season. Now it heads to South Fort Myers to begin district play.

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