Football Recap: Hampton Hornets vs. Locust Grove Wildcats
Hampton lost to Locust Grove back in September of 2017, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. Everything went the Hampton Hornets' way against the Locust Grove Wildcats as the Hampton Hornets made off with a 40-16 victory. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Hornets.
Hampton was led to victory by Joshua Parks Jr and Tristan Parks. Parks Jr gained 158 total yards, while Parks threw for 150 yards and two touchdowns while completing 76.9% of his passes. That's the most rushing yards Parks Jr has posted since back in September of 2023. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Jaylen Simmons, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Hampton now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Locust Grove, their defeat was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-4.
Hampton will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Woodland at 7:30 p.m. on September 27th. As for Locust Grove, they will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Eagle's Landing at 7:30 p.m. on September 27th. The two teams are at an even 5-5 against one another since October of 2014, but likely not for long.
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