Buckhorn hadn't done well against Athens recently (they were 0-4 in their previous four matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Bucks managed a 16-10 win over the Golden Eagles. This was payback for the Bucks, who suffered a 42-7 loss the last time these two teams met.
A big part of Buckhorn's victory came down to the chemistry between Parker Turley and his top target Israel Cooper. Turley threw for 300 yards and one TD while Cooper picked up 119 receiving yards and one score. The bulk of those receiving yards came from one huge play: a catch that gained an incredible 72 yards.
Cortez Carr
| 08/29/25 vs Athens | 8 |
| 08/22/25 @ Decatur | 12 |
| 11/08/24 @ Oxford | 7 |
| 10/31/24 vs Grissom | 12 |
| 10/25/24 @ Cullman | 12 |
| + 3 more games |
Buckhorn's defense made their presence known, laying out the QB four times. Cortez Carr was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up two sacks himself. He is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made six or more in each of the last eight games he's played dating back to last season. Buckhorn received some extra help from Cole Snipes, whose fumble return for a touchdown made for one of the most unforgettable moments.
Despite the loss, Athens still got an impressive performance from Xavier Edwards, who rushed for 104 yards and one touchdown.
Buckhorn has started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it. Those wins came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered a grand total of 22 points this season. As for Athens, their record now sits at 1-1.
Buckhorn wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next match, a 31-6 defeat against Gadsden City on the 5th. As for Athens, they have also already played their next game, a 41-38 victory against Cullman on the 5th.
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