Ardmore has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 15.8 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They took a blow against the Russellville Golden Tigers, falling 38-7. The Tigers have struggled against the Golden Tigers recently, as their game on Friday was their ninth consecutive lost matchup.
Cameron Phinizee was his usual excellent self, rushing for 341 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 11.8 yards per carry for Russellville. That high mark didn't come from nowhere: Phinizee now rushed for 105 or more in the last 17 games he's played dating back to last season. Another player making a difference was Whit Goodwin, who rushed for 44 yards and a touchdown.
Ardmore's defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 3-2. As for Russellville, their victory was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 4-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ardmore will square off against Madison County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Ardmore's defense has only allowed 15.8 points per game this season, so Madison County's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Russellville, they will have plenty of time to enjoy the win as they don't play again for a while. They'll take on Fairview at 7:00 p.m. on October 4th. Fairview will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Russellville surely won't give up without a fight.
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