Franklin County hasn't had much luck against Fleming recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Eagles are taking a road trip to square off against the Colonels at 7:00 p.m. Both come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
On Friday, Franklin County had just enough and edged out William Byrd 24-21. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Eagles.
Rashaun Hughey
| 10/31/25 vs William Byrd | 95 |
| 10/24/25 @ Staunton River | 47 |
| 09/19/25 vs Magna Vista | 76 |
| 09/12/25 vs Patrick Henry | 7 |
| 10/25/24 @ William Byrd | 40 |
| 10/11/24 @ Northside | 107 |
Franklin County's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Rashaun Hughey, who rushed for 95 yards and one touchdown, and also picked up 30 receiving yards. That's the most rushing yards Hughey has posted since back in October of 2024. Quincy Pruett did his part to keep the secondary busy, picking up 107 receiving yards.
Meanwhile, Fleming hadn't done well against Lord Botetourt recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Colonels claimed a resounding 46-0 victory over the Cavaliers. The Colonels might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five games by 21 points or more this season.
Franklin County better keep an eye on Josiah Ragland. He was instrumental in Fleming's win, rushing for 227 yards and a pair of scores on only seven carries.
Franklin County picked up their first home win, bumping their record up to 4-5. As for Fleming, their record now sits at 6-3.
Franklin County was dealt a bruising 41-7 defeat at the hands of Fleming in their previous matchup back in November of 2024. Can the Eagles avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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