Soccer Game Preview: Athens Academy vs. Jackson County

The Athens Academy Spartans will kick their season off against the Jackson County Panthers on Friday. Kickoff is scheduled at 7:30 p.m.

Jackson County is headed into their home opener looking to turn things around after starting their season on the road. While the 1-1 score might suggest a draw, it was Jefferson who was credited with the win on Tuesday. The Panthers haven't had much luck with the Dragons recently, as the team's come up short the last three times they've met.

Jackson County's loss dropped their record down to 0-1.

As for Athens Academy, they've got a clean slate this season. Last year, they finished 1-11.