Football Preview: North Marion Huskies vs. Roane County Raiders
North Marion has won three straight games at home, while Roane County has won three straight on the road dating back to last season, but those streaks won't matter much on Friday. The North Marion Huskies will welcome the Roane County Raiders at 7:00 p.m. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Last Friday, North Marion took their matchup with ease, bagging a 47-16 victory over Robert C. Byrd.
Meanwhile, everything came up roses for Roane County against Mingo Central on Friday as the team secured a 42-8 win. The Raiders' offense checked out after the first half but had enough points banked to take the game anyway.
Roane County's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Lane Watson, who rushed for 97 yards and two touchdowns on only seven carries. The team also got some help courtesy of Clay Walker, who rushed for 92 yards and two touchdowns on only ten carries.
North Marion's victory bumped their record up to 6-2. As for Roane County, their win bumped their record up to 8-0.
Everything went North Marion's way against Roane County in their previous matchup back in October of 2023, as North Marion made off with a 47-26 victory. One of the biggest obstacles the team faced in that game was Watson, who picked up 135 receiving yards and two touchdowns, and also rushed for 42 yards and a touchdown. Now that he's got a second chance to win this matchup, will North Marion still be able to contain Watson? There's only one way to find out.
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