Tampa Bay Tech Hosts Brandon in Regional Quarterfinals Friday

The Tampa Bay Tech football team was the preseason favorite for district champion, and it did not disappoint.

The Titans clinched the Class 7A-District 7 title Nov. 5 by . They have continued to deliver in the clutch this year, a trend they hope continues into Friday's regional playoff game against Brandon.

"We've learned from the tough schedule we faced, and where we are now is a result of that," said Titans head coach Jayson Roberts.

That tough schedule included dates with state-ranked No. 1 and No. 3 teams in Armwood and Plant. Plant City (7-3) and Newsome (6-4) were also very tough encounters this year.

Friday's game with the Eagles is an interesting matchup. The Titans have a strong running game behind senior running back Clunder Lacount (945 yards and five touchdowns rushing, 442 yards and three TDs receiving), but they can also throw the ball well with senior quarterback Aaron Midthus (91 completions for 1,236 yds and  nine TDs). Brandon is a run-first team that is second in Class 7A in yards and touchdowns rushing.

IF YOU GO
What: Brandon football at Tampa Bay Tech
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, November 18th
Where: Tampa Bay Technical High School, 6410 Orient Rd., Tampa