New Hampstead had lost four straight at home, but on Thursday they dropped down to 1-6 to make it five. They were outmatched by the Ware County Gators and fell 57-19. While losing is never fun, the Phoenix can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Georgia football rankings (they are ranked 226th, while the Gators are ranked 25th).
As for Ware County, their win bumped their record up to 6-1. Considering they have won four games by more than 32 points this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
Tayshaun Franklin had another great game (as he tends to do), rushing for 134 yards and four TDs on only 15 carries. With that strong performance, he is now averaging an impressive 100.4 rushing yards per game. Another player making a difference was Isaiah White, who threw for 177 yards and one touchdown while completing 81.8% of his passes.
New Hampstead and Ware County will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next contests. The next time the Phoenix see the field they'll take on Warner Robins at 7:30 p.m. on the 17th. As for Ware County, their break will end when they face Perry at 7:30 p.m. on the 17th.
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