Anderson County had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They took a 35-20 bruising from the Rockcastle County Rockets. The Bearcats lost against the Rockets in their previous head to head back in August of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 53-15 score last time.
Leading Rockcastle County to victory were Isaiah Jackson and Carter Powell. Jackson rushed for 149 yards and two touchdowns on only 14 carries, while Powell rushed for 93 yards and two touchdowns. Powell also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, picking up two sacks and making five total tackles (3.0 for loss).
Anderson County will welcome East Jessamine at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Rockcastle County, they will head out to challenge Pineville at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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