Purvis might've scored the first points on Friday, but it was Wayne County who claimed the real prize. The Tornadoes fell 27-17 to the War EaglesLady War Eagles. While the Tornadoes didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the War EaglesLady War Eagles 7-0 in the first quarter.
Purvis' defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Paxton Cooper, who picked up 65 receiving yards and one TD, and also rushed for 42 yards.
Purvis' loss dropped their record down to 5-4. As for Wayne County, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-6.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Purvis is set to face off against their familiar foe Vancleave at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Wayne County will take on rival Northeast Jones at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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