South Stokes was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss. They were outmatched by the East Surry Cardinals at home and fell 48-3. Having soared to a lofty 34 points in the game before, the Sauras couldn't push the score so high this time.
East Surry found their leader in underclassman Chris George, who rushed for 75 yards and three touchdowns. George also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, making three total tackles and defending two passes. Stephen Keener was another key player, picking up 107 receiving yards and a touchdown.
South Stokes' defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for East Surry, the victory also got them back to even at 2-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. South Stokes will venture away from home to take on Elkin at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. South Stokes is facing Elkin at the right time seeing as Elkin is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for East Surry, they will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on West Wilkes at 7:00 p.m. on September 27th.
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