Tri-County couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell to the Covington Trojans 25-20. The Cavaliers have struggled against the Trojans recently, as their contest on Friday was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
Tri-County's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Jonathan Pearson, who gained 132 total yards and two touchdowns, and Ayden Justice, who rushed for 44 yards.
Tri-County wouldn't let Covington keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. Tri-County can thank Bryce McMorrow and Gabe Sanders for forcing all of them.
Cian Moore had a dynamite game for Covington, rushing for 119 yards and three touchdowns, while also picking up 33 receiving yards.
Tri-County will challenge Attica at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Covington, they will venture away from home to challenge South Newton at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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