Mantachie extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 2-3-1. They came up short against the Mooreville Troopers, falling 37-12. If the Mustangs were looking for revenge after losing 41-6 to the Troopers when the teams met back in September of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Mantachie's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Maciah Morgan, who rushed for 81 yards and one TD, and Garret Hopkins, who rushed for 98 yards and one score.
As for Mooreville, they now have a winning record of 3-2. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Mooreville's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Xan Rogers, who rushed for 36 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Another player making a difference was Cameron Cady, who picked up 51 receiving yards and a pair of TDs.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mantachie will challenge West Lowndes at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Mooreville, they will face off against Itawamba Agricultural at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. This will be the Troopers' first chance to prove their worth in the conference.
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