Hammond is 2-8 against Covington since October of 2015 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Friday. The Tornadoes will challenge the Lions at 7:00 p.m. Both come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Hammond took a 22-point defeat the last time they faced off against Mandeville, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Tornadoes came out on top in a nail-biter against the Skippers on Friday, sneaking past 20-17. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Tornadoes have posted against the Skippers since October 19, 2018.
Meanwhile, it was a proper cat-fight when Covington faced off against Slidell on Friday. The Lions were the clear victors by a 28-7 margin over the Tigers. The result was nothing new for the Lions, who have now won four matchups by 21 points or more so far this season.
Hammond better keep an eye on Matthew Fussell. He was instrumental in Covington's win, rushing for 57 yards and one score on only five carries, while also throwing for 43 yards and one touchdown.
Covington's run defense was locked in: Slidell could only muster 1.5 yards per carry. The Lions didn't have any issues in that department, having averaged 10.2.
Hammond's record is now 5-2. As for Covington, their record now sits at an identical 5-2.
Hammond was taken down by Covington 49-13 when the teams last played back in October of 2024. Can the Tornadoes avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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