Football Preview: Groves Rebels vs. Johnson Atomsmashers
Groves is on a five-game streak of home losses also dating back to last season, Johnson a four-game streak of away losses also dating back to last season, but someone's luck is about to change on Friday. The Groves Rebels will host the Johnson Atomsmashers at 7:30 p.m. Johnson took a loss in their last contest and will be looking to turn the tables on Groves, who comes in off a win.
Having struggled with 11 defeats in a row dating back to last season, Groves finally turned things around against Islands on Friday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 25-22 win over the Sharks. The Rebels' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Meanwhile, Johnson came up short against Southeast Bulloch on Friday, falling 35-13. The last quarter was a mere formality, since the game's final score was reached by the end of the third quarter.
Groves' first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Johnson, their loss dropped their record down to an identical 1-3.
Groves was dealt a bruising 52-8 defeat at the hands of Johnson in their previous matchup back in October of 2023. Can Groves avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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