Laurel had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They took a 20-9 hit to the loss column at the hands of the West Jones Mustangs. Sadly, the loss continues a streak the team started last season, making it four in a row.
Leading West Jones to victory were Caleb Holmes and Tootie Lindsey. Holmes rushed for 132 yards and one touchdown, while Lindsey rushed for 57 yards and a pair of scores. Holmes didn't just play on offense: he also picked up a sack and made four total tackles.
Laurel has already played their next match, a 31-18 defeat against Hattiesburg on the 5th. As for West Jones, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 27-14 victory against Northeast Jones on the 5th.
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