Newton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 18th straight loss dating back to last season. They were beaten by the Bay Springs Bulldogs 44-0. While losing is never fun, the Tigers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Mississippi football rankings (they are ranked 227th, while the Bulldogs are ranked 89th).
It was another big night for Malaki Page, who rushed for 55 yards and three touchdowns, and also picked up 53 receiving yards for Bay Springs. Page also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, picking up a sack and making five total tackles. Jaylen Flowers was another key player, picking up 68 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Newton's defeat dropped their record down to 0-8. As for Bay Springs, they pushed their record up to 7-2 with the win, which was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season.
Newton will host Scott Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Bay Springs, they will head out to take on Lake at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Bay Springs' defense has only allowed 14.1 points per game this season, so Lake's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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