Crusaders Face Long Odds in Repeating Success of ’20

Nine players who provided the foundation of Laurens Academy’s advance to the SCISA 8-man football semifinals have moved on.

What’s more, one of them was Thomas Lowry, who either ran or passed for 66 touchdowns last year.

The Crusaders still have some talented players — Diamonte Grant, Cal Robertson and Will Jones are back, among others — but the problem is not many others.Faith Christian of Summerville visits Todd Kirk Field on Friday. For now, read the season preview at LaurensCountySports.com.