North Murray is on a three-game streak of home wins, while Rockmart is on a three-game streak of away wins: one of those streaks is about to end. The North Murray Mountaineers will welcome the Rockmart Yellowjackets at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The two teams are strolling into their contests after big wins in their previous games.
Last Friday, North Murray made easy work of Coahulla Creek and carried off a 40-15 win.
It was another big night for Hudson Hulett, who rushed for 219 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 12.9 yards per carry, and also threw for 132 yards and three touchdowns on only 11 passes. Another player making a difference was Layten Myers, who gained 113 total yards and three touchdowns.
North Murray was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 326 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 150 rushing yards in 11 consecutive matches dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Rockmart). They blew past Murray County, posting a 72-0 victory. Considering the Yellowjackets have won four games by more than 27 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Aadarian Samples went supernova for Rockmart, picking up 83 receiving yards and a touchdown, while also punching in a touchdown on the ground. The bulk of those receiving yards came from one huge play: a catch that gained an incredible 73 yards. Nate Davis was another key player, rushing for 21 yards and two touchdowns.
North Murray has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 6-3 record this season. As for Rockmart, their win bumped their record up to 7-2.
Friday's contest might be decided in the on the ground. North Murray has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 251.4 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Rockmart struggles in that department as they've been averaging 199.1. It's looking like Friday's match might have some serious battles in the trenches.
North Murray took a serious blow against Rockmart in their previous matchup back in November of 2023, falling 59-7. Will North Murray have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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