Friday evening, Milford hosted Delaware Military Academy who defeated the Buccaneers by a score of 42-6. In a game that looked like it was going to be competitive early when Milford senior Andrew Sivels would go on a 55-yard touchdown run after exchanging punts to open the games’ scoring. A failed two-point conversion attempt gave Milford a 6-0 lead.
Unfortunately for Milford, that would be their only score of a game in which they were soundly outplayed. Offense, defense and special teams all had a part in the loss. Whether it was a turnover, missed assignment or an ill-timed penalty, the Bucs grew flatter as the game went on. The loss dropped Milford to 4-5 on the season and leaves them searching for answers with one final game remaining.
As a team, it is up to Milford as to whether or not they will be ready for this Friday’s game at Polytech. Freshman quarterback Romontae Jones was forced to leave the game due to an aggravation of the foot injury he sustained the previous week. In relief, junior Zachary Ruckle did his best. However, as the game went on, DMA constantly turned up pressure on both the run and passing game as the Buccaneers could get nothing done on defense.
For the second game in a row, the pressure resulted in a running clock and another Milford loss. With one game left, it’s up to the Bucs correct the lingering issues that have plagued them during this four-game losing streak. The math is simple; a win would keep them from recording a second consecutive losing season. While this season’s schedule has been difficult, they still have a say in how they finish.
Kick-off is set for Friday, 7PM at Polytech.
