Fayetteville couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were dealt a 48-6 defeat at the hands of the Upperman Bees on Friday. The Tigers were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 34-0.
Upperman's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Ethan Palk, who rushed for 92 yards and two touchdowns on only ten carries. The team also got some help courtesy of Bronzdon Chaffin, who threw for 98 yards and two touchdowns while completing 81.8% of his passes.
Fayetteville will welcome Moore County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Upperman, they will venture away from home to take on Lebanon at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Upperman is looking to tack on another W to their seven-game streak on the road dating back to last season.
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