Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Shannon). They put the hurt on the Amory Panthers with a sharp 51-26 win on Friday. The result was nothing new for the Red Raiders, who have now won five matches by 25 points or more so far this season.
Shannon had a senior duo take command as Trey Spurgon threw for 330 yards and three touchdowns on only 18 passes and Kegan Ruff rushed for 173 yards and a touchdown while picking up 8.7 yards per carry. Those 173 rushing yards gave Ruff a new career-high. Omarion Wilson also helped out as he racked up 114 receiving yards.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Shannon was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 258 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 173 rushing yards in five consecutive matchups.
Shannon wouldn't let Amory keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Shannon can thank Antonio Moore and Dagarrious Clifton for forcing both of them.
Shannon's victory was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 6-2. Those good results were due in large part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 38.3 points per game. As for Amory, their loss dropped their record down to 7-4.
Shannon and Amory are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Shannon will challenge Leake Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Shannon's defense has only allowed 14 points per game this season, so Leake Central's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Amory, they will take on Newton County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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