Football Game Preview: Johnson Heads Out

By Team Reports Sep 17, 2024, 3:50am

Football Preview: Johnson Atomsmashers vs. Groves Rebels

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The Johnson Atomsmashers will head out on the road to square off against the Groves Rebels at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Johnson is no doubt hoping to put an end to a four-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.

Johnson lost 35-13 to Southeast Bulloch on Friday. The last quarter was a mere formality, since the game's final score was reached by the end of the third quarter.

Meanwhile, Groves had to endure an 11-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past Islands 25-22. The Rebels' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.

Johnson's loss dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Groves, their victory ended a seven-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-3.

Everything came up roses for Johnson against Groves when the teams last played back in October of 2023 as the team secured a 52-8 win. Does Johnson have another victory up their sleeve, or will Groves turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.

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