Friday just wasn't the day for Banks County's offense. They were beaten by the Elbert County Blue Devils 33-0 on Friday. The defeat continues a trend for the Leopards in their matchups with the Blue Devils: they've now lost six in a row.
Jacari Barnett was his usual excellent self, rushing for 155 yards and three touchdowns for Elbert County. With that strong performance, Barnett is now averaging an impressive 106.4 rushing yards per game. The team also got some help courtesy of Jayvyn Hickman, who rushed for 45 yards and a touchdown.
Banks County's loss dropped their record down to 0-7. As for Elbert County, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matches, which provided a massive bump to their 4-4 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Banks County will host Providence Christian Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Providence Christian Academy is coming into the contest with four straight defeats on the road, meaning Banks County will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win. As for Elbert County, they will welcome Athens Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Athens Academy will roll in looking for their ninth straight victory, something Elbert County surely won't give up without a fight.
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