The Martin County Tigers will be defending their home-field for the first time for the first time when they go up against the Glades Central Raiders at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
Martin County is headed into their home opener looking to turn things around after opening their season on the road. They fell 20-12 to Sebring on Friday. While losing is never fun, the Tigers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Florida football rankings (they are ranked 214th, while the Blue Streaks are ranked 79th).
Paul Hendrix put forth a good effort for the losing side as he rushed for 121 yards. He was no stranger to the big play, turning on the jets for a run that went for 51 yards.
Meanwhile, on FridayGlades Central's undefeated season almost came to an end. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 34-31 win over Seminole Ridge.
Ar?Maud Stinfort had an outrageously good game as he rushed for 90 yards and two touchdowns. The team also got some help courtesy of Taj Barnes, who threw for 196 yards and a touchdown.
On the other side of the ball, a lot of the credit has to go to Glades Central's defensive line and their four sacks. In that department, Sauverson Paul was the leader with two.
Martin County took a serious blow against Glades Central when the teams last played back in August of 2017, falling 34-7. Will Martin County have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more football content.
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