Hoke County lost against Scotland back in September of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Hoke County Bucks fell 45-32 to the Scotland Fighting Scots. Despite 114 more yards than the Fighting Scots, the Bucks couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
When it comes to explaining why Hoke County lost, don't look at Favor Anab. Despite the final result, he rushed for 127 yards and two touchdowns. The dominant performance gave Anab a new career-high in rushing yards. Another player making a difference was Brandon Saunders, who threw for 184 yards and a touchdown.
Even though they lost, Hoke County was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 295 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Scotland to victory, but perhaps none more so than Tyjurian White, who rushed for 145 yards and a touchdown on only 11 carries. Ji'San McPhatter was in the mix as well, providing Scotland with four touchdowns.
This is the second loss in a row for Hoke County and nudges their season record down to 1-4. As for Scotland, their win bumped their record up to 2-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hoke County will host Lee County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Scotland, they will challenge Southern Lee at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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