Commerce and Elbert County pushed the score to 42-27 the last time they played Elbert County, but on Friday defenses reigned supreme. The Tigers took a 16-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Blue Devils. The contest marked the Tigers' lowest-scoring matchup so far this season.
When it comes to explaining why Commerce lost, don't look at Jace Lyle. Despite the final result, he rushed for 106 yards and one TD on only ten carries.
Commerce's loss was their fourth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Elbert County, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 2-4.
Looking ahead, Commerce is taking a road trip to challenge Rabun County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Wildcats' defense has only allowed 12 points per game this season, so the Tigers' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Elbert County, they will welcome Providence Christian Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Blue Devils will be up against the Storm's rather soft defense (which has allowed 35.2 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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