Central scored the most points they've had all season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They took a 16-9 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Vernon Yellowjackets. The defeat leaves the Jaguars without a win on the season.
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.
Central's loss dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Vernon, the win snapped their losing streak at four games and leaves them with a 2-6 record.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Central will play host again on Friday to welcome Lighthouse Private Christian Academy, where kickoff is scheduled at 7:00 p.m. As for Vernon, it'll be a Battle of the Bugs Yellowjackets challenges Cottondale at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. They will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something Vernon surely won't give up without a fight.
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