Strom Thurmond has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 12.43 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They fell 35-25 to the Saluda Tigers. The Rebels' defeat signaled the end of their three-game winning streak.
Despite the loss, Strom Thurmond still got an impressive performance from Jay Sewell, who picked up 127 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Strom Thurmond's loss ended a six-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 5-2. As for Saluda, their win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 7-0.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Strom Thurmond will square off against Ninety Six at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Strom Thurmond's defense has only allowed 12.4 points per game this season, so Ninety Six's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Saluda, a feisty cat fight will be fought when Tigers takes on Batesburg-Leesville at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Both have allowed few points on average, (Saluda: 9.1, Batesburg-Leesville: 8) so any points scored will be well earned.
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