Abbeville couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They came up short against the Beulah Bobcats on Friday, falling 39-14. The loss leaves the Yellowjackets without a win on the season.
Abbeville's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Xavier Harris, who picked up 68 receiving yards, and also threw for 62 yards and a touchdown on only five passes. Harris' longest reception was for an impressive 60 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per catch total. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Kameron Wallace, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Abbeville will take on Headland at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both are at an even 5-5 against one another since October of 2014. As for Beulah, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Lanett at 7:00 p.m.
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