Shelbyville Central had to kick off their season on the road on Thursday, but they showed no ill effects. They walked away with a 34-22 victory over the Siegel Stars. This was payback for the Golden Eagles, who suffered a 55-43 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Robert Bailey was a one-man wrecking crew for Shelbyville Central as he rushed for 305 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 9.5 yards per carry. Bailey was no stranger to the big play, turning on the jets for a run that went for 53 yards. Stephen Bobo was another key player, rushing for 47 yards and a touchdown.
Shelbyville Central will be defending their home-field for the first time for the first time when they go up against Marshall County at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Siegel, they are headed away from home for the first time to face off against LaVergne at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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