Athens's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They took their contest with ease, bagging a 48-9 win over the Rusk Eagles. That 39 point margin sets a new team best for the Hornets this season.
David Richardson was the offensive standout of the game as he threw for 266 yards and four touchdowns while completing 73.1% of his passes.
Athens' victory was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 6-2. As for Rusk, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-6 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Athens will take on Center at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Center will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more points each match than the last. As for Rusk, they will be playing at home against Carthage at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Carthage will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something Rusk surely won't give up without a fight.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
