Watch: Bishop Gorman tight end and Miami commit Elija Lofton discusses win over Miami Central, national title pursuit

Lofton scored four touchdowns playing against future college teammates in Bishop Gorman's huge win

Lance Smith, SBLive Sports | Sep 2, 2023

LAS VEGAS, Nev. - Bishop Gorman tight end/running back Elija Lofton was unstoppable on Friday in the Gaels' 39-35 victory over Miami Central.

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He caught for a touchdown and ran for three, including the last-minute game winner and an amazing highlight touchdown from 17 yards out in the first half. Additionally, playing against the top team in the Miami area, the 4-star Miami commit also might've shown Hurricanes fans a taste of what's to come in his college years.

Lofton caught up with SBLive after the game and talked about Bishop Gorman's thrilling win, what it means to compete for a national championship, and going head-to-head with future college teammates.

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Published Sep 2, 2023

LANCE SMITH, SBLIVE SPORTS

Lance Smith is a Reporter for SBLive Sports, covering basketball, football, and softball in California's Southern Section and LA City Section since 2019. He also covers Nevada and National Girls Basketball.