Football Recap: Cherokee Comes Up Short + How To Watch

Cherokee extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 1-5. They fell 40-27 to the Etowah Eagles. The Warriors were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.

Brandon Hamilton

Rushing Yards

09/26/25 @ Etowah	146
09/12/25 vs North Paulding	237
09/05/25 vs Lambert	155
08/29/25 @ Pope	204

Despite the loss, Cherokee still got an impressive performance from Brandon Hamilton, who rushed for 146 yards and two TDs on only 15 carries, and also picked up 42 receiving yards. Hamilton's rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his fourth straight game with at least 146 rushing yards. Jack Ruban was another key player, picking up 148 receiving yards and one score.

As for Etowah, the win got them back to even at 3-3. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.

It was another big night for Zeke Douglass, who rushed for 147 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only 14 carries. He really tore up the turf during one magnificent 71-yard run. Walker Hughes made the highlight reel by snagging an interception and taking it all the way to the house.

We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Cherokee is set to face off against their familiar foe Wheeler at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Etowah will challenge rival North Paulding at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.