Football Recap: Avery County Vikings vs. McDowell Titans
Avery County was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss. They had to suffer through a 49-21 loss at the hands of the McDowell Titans. The Vikings were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Titans apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2023.
McDowell's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Danny Brown, who rushed for 110 yards and a touchdown on only 14 carries, and also threw for 137 yards and a touchdown on only nine passes. The dominant performance gave Brown a new career-high in rushing yards. Jordan Barnett was another key rusher, rushing for 70 yards and two touchdowns on only nine carries.
Avery County's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for McDowell, the win snapped their losing streak at six games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 1-3 record.
Avery County will look to defend their home field on Friday against Rosman at 7:30 p.m. As for McDowell, they will face off against T.C. Roberson at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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