Bruce took care of business in their home opener on Friday. They secured a 32-28 W over the South Pontotoc Cougars. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last four times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.
Bruce got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was James Fred Gaiter out in front who rushed for 173 yards and two scores while picking up 9.1 yards per carry. Joshua Long was another key player, rushing for 89 yards and one TD on only eight carries.
Coming up, Bruce will head out to take on Vardaman at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for South Pontotoc, they will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against Water Valley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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