After having lost a blowout in their previous game against White Oak, Quitman was happy to have turned things around on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 38-16 margin over the Eustace Bulldogs. Quitman's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Klayton Meadows had a dynamite game for Quitman, rushing for 144 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 7.2 yards per carry. That high mark didn't come from nowhere: Meadows now rushed for 144 or more in the last three games he's played dating back to last season. Cade Papez was in the mix too, providing Quitman with a touchdown.
Quitman wouldn't let Eustace keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Quitman can thank Lane Harkins and Papez for forcing both of them. Quitman got some further help from Davis Watson: he made five total tackles (1.0 for loss) and defended three passes in addition to snagging an interception.
Quitman's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Eustace, their loss was their seventh straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-3.
Quitman will head out to challenge Harmony at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Quitman is facing Harmony at the right time seeing as Harmony is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Eustace, they will face off against Rains at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Eustace will also cruise into their next matchup with the timing on their side: Rains will have lost four straight heading into Friday's contest.
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