Slocomb had lost three straight at home, but on Friday they dropped down to 1-4 to make it four. They were outmatched by the Trinity Presbyterian Wildcats and fell 42-6. While losing is never fun, the Red Tops can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Alabama football rankings (they are ranked 300th, while the Wildcats are ranked 101st).
Slocomb's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Weston Sasser, who threw for 193 yards and one TD. Hayes Hatton helped Sasser out on the ground, picking up 109 receiving yards and one score.
As for Trinity Presbyterian, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 4-1. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Trinity Presbyterian's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Tillman Clements, who rushed for 74 yards and one touchdown, and also caught one TD. Land Sharpless was another key player, throwing for 223 yards and a pair of touchdowns while picking up 11.2 yards per attempt.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Slocomb will square off against Geneva at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Red Tops will be up against the Panthers' rather soft defense (which has allowed 45.25 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Trinity Presbyterian, they will take on Saint James at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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