The West Ridge Wolves will face off against the Jefferson County Patriots at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
Jefferson County is facing West Ridge at the wrong time: West Ridge suffered their first home loss of the season on Friday and they're likely out for redemption. They were beaten by the Hilltoppers 44-7. The game marked the Wolves' lowest-scoring match so far this season.
Meanwhile, Jefferson County and Morristown-Hamblen West met for a duel on Friday where Jefferson County prevailed. Jefferson County walked away with a 28-17 victory over Morristown-Hamblen West. That 11 point margin sets a new team best for the Patriots this season.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Jefferson County to victory, but perhaps none more so than Skylar Thomas, who rushed for 107 yards and two touchdowns. The team also got some help courtesy of Mason Henderson, who threw for 111 yards and two touchdowns.
West Ridge's loss ended a four-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 3-3. As for Jefferson County, the win also got them back to even at 3-3.
West Ridge took a serious blow against Jefferson County when the teams last played back in October of 2023, falling 38-7. Thankfully for West Ridge, Omarian Mills (who rushed for 158 yards and a touchdown while picking up 7.2 yards per carry) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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