If Sipsey Valley was riding high fresh off their 69-6 takedown of Greene County last Friday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Bears took a blow against the Jasper Vikings on Friday, falling 62-27. Despite 180 more yards than the Vikings, the Bears couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
Sipsey Valley's loss came despite strong showings from Isaiah Bennett and Jayden Howard. Bennett rushed for 164 yards and one TD, while Howard rushed for 93 yards and a pair of touchdowns.
Branten Westphal had a dynamite game For Jasper., rushing for 185 yards and two scores.
Sipsey Valley's defeat dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Jasper, their victory bumped their record up to 2-0.
Sipsey Valley and Jasper will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Bears will challenge rival Shelby County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Jasper is set to take on their familiar foe Decatur at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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