There's no place like home for Farmville Central, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 29-26 victory over the D.H. Conley Vikings on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Jaguars have posted since September 20, 2024.
Among those leading the charge was BJ Gardner, who rushed for 153 yards and one touchdown. Carlnell Cotton got in on the action too, converting a pick into a touchdown.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Farmville Central was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 301 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 244 rushing yards in eight consecutive matchups dating back to last season.
Jaguars
| Tavion Williams | 1 |
| Carlnell Cotton | 1 |
| Nate Marshall | 1 |
Farmville Central didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Tavion Williams, Cotton, and Nate Marshall picked up one apiece. Marshall is crushing it when it comes to interceptions: he's snagged at least one every time he's taken the field this season. Cotton got in on the action too, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Despite the loss, D.H. Conley still got an impressive performance from Elijah Taft, who rushed for 121 yards and a pair of TDs while picking up 7.6 yards per carry.
Farmville Central now has a winning record of 2-1. As for D.H. Conley, their loss was their first of the season and also makes their record 2-1.
Coming up, Farmville Central will be playing at home against West Craven at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for D.H. Conley, they are taking a road trip to square off against Garner at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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