Football Recap: Canton Starts off Right with Win over Velma Jackson
By Team Reports
Sep 4, 2024, 1:06pm
Football Recap: Canton Tigers vs. Velma Jackson Falcons
Canton took care of business in their home opener on Friday. They strolled past the Velma Jackson Falcons with points to spare, taking the game 45-28. This was payback for the Tigers, who suffered a 40-6 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Despite the loss, Velma Jackson saw an underclassman step up: Trevon Willis rushed for 87 yards and a touchdown on only six carries, and also threw for 100 yards and a touchdown.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Canton will host Germantown at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Velma Jackson, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Yazoo County at 7:00 p.m.
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