After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Holmes County, Vernon was happy to have turned things around on Friday. They walked away with a 16-9 victory over the Central Jaguars. The win was some much needed relief for the Yellowjackets as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
Vernon was led to victory by Caden Hammack and Tristan Pugh. Hammack rushed for 77 yards and a touchdown, while Pugh picked up 49 receiving yards. That's the most rushing yards Hammack has posted since back in October of 2023.
Vernon's record is now 2-6. As for Central, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-6.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. It'll be a Battle of the Bugs Yellowjackets challenges Cottondale at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Vernon is out to stop a four-game streak of losses at home. As for Central, they will take on Lighthouse Private Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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