Football Recap: Zacarius Collins Key Part of Team Effort in Hornets Win

Hornets

Lowest Scoring Games

09/26/25 @ Wewahitchka	24-16
08/22/25 vs Sneads	28-33
08/29/25 @ FAMU DRS	48-16

Cottondale won the last time they faced Wewahitchka and things went their way on Friday too. The Hornets came out on top against the Gators by a score of 24-16. Those 24 points were actually the fewest the Hornets have put up all season, but given the result they're probably not too concerned.

Cottondale's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Zacarius Collins led the charge by rushing for 107 yards and two TDs on only 15 carries. Collins is crushing it when it comes to rushing yards: he's rushed for at least 107 every time he's taken the field this season. Another receiver making a difference was Trashonn Collins, who picked up 50 receiving yards and a pair of touchdowns.

Despite the loss, Wewahitchka still got an impressive performance from Peyton Harrell, who rushed for 89 yards and one score.

Cottondale now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Wewahitchka, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 2-3.

Looking ahead, Cottondale will square off against Franklin County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Hornets' defense better be ready for this one: the Seahawks have averaged an impressive 29 points per game this season. As for Wewahitchka, they will face off against Liberty County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.