Football Recap: Hixson Comes Up Short on the Road Against East Hamilton

By Team Reports Sep 3, 2024, 8:28am

Football Recap: Hixson Wildcats vs. East Hamilton Hurricanes

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Hixson had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They lost 39-15 to the East Hamilton Hurricanes. The loss continues a trend for the Wildcats in their matchups with the Hurricanes: they've now lost eight in a row.

Despite the loss, Hixson still got an impressive performance from Luke Finch, who rushed for 73 yards and a touchdown, and also threw for 181 yards and a touchdown. 85 of those passing yards were hauled in by Tariq Reese, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.

Jaden Haywood had a dynamite game for East Hamilton, rushing for 174 yards and three touchdowns. Wyatt Miller was another key player, rushing for 104 yards and a touchdown on only seven carries.

Hixson will welcome Meigs County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for East Hamilton, they will venture away from home to take on Marion County at 8:00 p.m. on Friday.

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