Jamestown had to start their season on the road on Thursday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They came up short against the Nottoway Cougars, falling 41-18. The Eagles' defeat continues a trend for the team, making it 12 in a row dating back to last season.
When it comes to explaining why Jamestown lost, don't look at Ben Hanchett. Despite the final result, he rushed for 100 yards and a touchdown on only nine carries, and also threw for 222 yards and two touchdowns. Hanchett got the majority of those yards when he took off on a run and that went for an incredible68 yards. 118 of those passing yards were hauled in by Morgan Vaughan.
Jamestown wouldn't let Nottoway keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Jamestown can thank Conner (Cj) Peay and Brayden Strouse for forcing both of them. Peay's also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, forcing a fumble and making 13 total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Jamestown will venture away from home to square off against Essex at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Nottoway, they will welcome Greensville County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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