In Friday's non-league game, the Benton Academy Raiders (Benton, MS) football squad nudged the visiting Myrtle Hawks (Myrtle, MS), by a margin of 21-15.

In their next game, the Raiders clash with the Canton Academy Panthers (Canton, MS) in a MAIS 3A District 2 match, on Friday, October 6. Benton Academy will attempt to move on its 3-4 season record. The Panthers enter the match with a 4-3 record after their 43-14 league win over Central Holmes Christian (Lexington, MS).

The Hawks (0-6) will now prepare for their match against Ashland (Ashland, MS). The Blue Devils enter the 1A Region 2 match with a 1-5 record.