Football Preview: Myrtle Hawks vs. Potts Camp Cardinals
After starting their season with two straight games on the road, Myrtle is finally coming home. They will look to take advantage of their home-field as they take on the Potts Camp Cardinals at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Potts Camp took a loss in their last game and will be looking to turn the tables on Myrtle, who comes in off a win.
Myrtle will bounce into Thursday's contest after beating Strayhorn, who they hadn't topped in three consecutive meetings. Myrtle's defense stepped up to hand Strayhorn a 19-0 shutout on Friday.
Myrtle found their leader in underclassman Zane Hill, who threw for 124 yards and a touchdown while completing 75% of his passes.
Myrtle wouldn't let Strayhorn keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Myrtle can thank Drew Stanton and Chris Collins for forcing both of them. Stanton's also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, forcing a fumble and making three total tackles.
Meanwhile, Friday just wasn't the day for Potts Camp's offense. They fell 8-0 to Byhalia last Friday.
Myrtle and Potts Camp were neck-and-neck in their previous meeting back in August of 2023, but Myrtle came up empty-handed after a 14-13 loss. Will Myrtle have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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