Football Recap: Hamilton County Takes a Loss

By Team Reports Oct 2, 2024, 11:55am

Football Recap: Hamilton County Foxes vs. Eldorado Eagles

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After flying high against Edwards County last Friday, Hamilton County came back down to earth. The Hamilton County Foxes fell to the Eldorado Eagles 14-8. The Foxes were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2023.

Even though they lost, Hamilton County was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 226 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 221 rushing yards in four consecutive contests.

Hamilton County now has a losing record at 2-3. As for Eldorado, their win ended a four-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-3.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hamilton County will face off against Johnston City at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Johnston City's defense has only allowed eight points per game this season, so Hamilton County's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Eldorado, they will be playing at home against Vienna/Goreville at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Eldorado is facing Vienna/Goreville at the right time seeing as Vienna/Goreville is stuck on a three-game losing streak.

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