McMinn County lost to Clinton back in November of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The McMinn County Cherokees simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the Clinton Dragons 48-14. The Cherokees might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four matches by 30 points or more this season.
Tarzan White had a dynamite game for McMinn County, rushing for 77 yards and two touchdowns.
McMinn County was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 284 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Clinton only rushed for five.
When it comes to explaining why Clinton lost, don't look at Bryson Maddox. Despite the final result, he picked up 88 receiving yards and a touchdown.
McMinn County has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six games, which provided a nice bump to their 7-5 record this season. Those victories were due in large part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 13.3 points per game. As for Clinton, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-8 record this season.
McMinn County will face off against Oak Ridge at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Oak Ridge will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something McMinn County surely won't give up without a fight. Clinton does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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