It was a proper cat-fight when Excel faced off against Monroe County on Friday. The Panthers lost to the Tigers at home by a 28-14 margin. The Panthers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tigers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in October of 2024.
Excel's defeat was their fourth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 1-8. As for Monroe County, the win snapped their losing streak at seven games and leaves them with a 2-7 record.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Excel will venture away from home to take on Southern Choctaw at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Indians' defense has only allowed 12.6 points per game this season, so the Panthers' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Monroe County, they will head out on the road to square off against Wilcox Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Tigers will be up against the Jaguars' rather soft defense (which has allowed 47.89 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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