Lamar County posted their closest win since September 8, 2023 on Saturday. They had just enough and edged the McNair Mustangs out 19-16.
Lamar County was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 268 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 150 rushing yards in three consecutive matchups.
Lamar County's victory was their seventh straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 4-1. As for McNair, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lamar County will take on Towers at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Lamar County's defense has only allowed 12.2 points per game this season, so Towers' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for McNair, they will square off against Jasper County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Jasper County will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something McNair surely won't give up without a fight.
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