Macon County has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 13.83 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They were dealt a 34-0 loss at the hands of the White County Warriors. The Tigers were red-hot offensively headed into the contest (they scored no less than 31 points in the five matches prior) but the Warriors' defense proved too tough.
Tripp Pinion was his usual excellent self, rushing for 194 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 8.1 yards per carry for White County. Pinion was no stranger to the big play, taking off on a dash that went for 58 yards. Jojo Dowell was another key player, rushing for 62 yards and a touchdown.
Macon County's defeat dropped their record down to 4-2. As for White County, their victory bumped their record up to an identical 4-2.
Macon County will host DeKalb County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Macon County will be looking to keep their six-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. As for White County, they are taking a road trip to take on Cumberland County on Friday.
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