Gaffney blew Greenville out of the water the last time the pair played, but on Friday Greenville got their revenge. The Indians fell just short of the Red Raiders by a score of 17-14. The Indians were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Red Raiders apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
Defeat or not, Gaffney got some senior leadership from Josiah Hill and Banks Bouton. Hill rushed for 106 yards and one TD, while Bouton rushed for 75 yards and one score.
Don't try to pin the team's loss on the defense: they kept the trenches locked down and allowed a mere three yards per carry. While three picked up at least six total tackles, Kendaris Bailey stood above the rest. He picked up two sacks and made six total tackles (2.5 for loss). Gaffney's ground attack was stronger, having averaged 5.3.
Gaffney's defense didn't let the opposing QB, get away unscathed either: they got into the backfield for three sacks. Bailey was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up two himself.
Greenville's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Trip Bryant, who threw for 139 yards and a pair of touchdowns, and also rushed for 57 yards.
Gaffney now has a losing record of 1-2. As for Greenville, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 2-1.
Gaffney and Greenville will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next games. The next time the Indians see the field they'll take on Boiling Springs at 7:30 p.m. on the 19th. As for Greenville, their break will end when they face Woodmont at 7:30 p.m. on the 19th.
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