After two games on the road, Wilkinson County is heading back home. They will host the Academy for Classical Education Gryphons at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Wilkinson County's defense has only allowed 18 points per game this season, so Academy for Classical Education's offense will have their work cut out for them.
Last Friday, Wilkinson County ended up a good deal behind Stratford Academy and lost 28-12. The Warriors have struggled against the Eagles recently, as their contest on Friday was their seventh consecutive lost matchup.
Although Wilkinson County took the loss, they still got scores from Myles Cobb and Jai'Veion Downing.
Wilkinson County wouldn't let Stratford Academy keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Roosevelt Coats led the way and forced a all by he.
Meanwhile, Academy for Classical Education was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Friday as they fell 33-28 to Dodge County. The loss was the Gryphons' first of the season.
Academy for Classical Education's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Ace Hatcher and Noah Syme. Syme also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, making two total tackles and defending a pass in addition to snagging an interception.
Wilkinson County's defeat dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Academy for Classical Education, their loss ended a six-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 2-1.
Wilkinson County took a serious blow against Academy for Classical Education when the teams last played back in September of 2021, falling 35-6. Will Wilkinson County have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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