Kendrick lost against Crawford County back in August of 2024, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Cherokees were outmatched by the Eagles and fell 49-14. The loss put an end to the Cherokees' undefeated start to the season.
Despite the loss, Kendrick still got an impressive performance from LaVasco Williams, who rushed for 131 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only ten carries. Williams' longest rush was for an incredible 72 yards.
Charles Anderson had an outrageously good game for Crawford County as he rushed for 343 yards and four scores on only 11 carries. Another player making a difference was Lawson Cooley, who rushed for 26 yards and one TD.
Kendrick's defeat was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-1. As for Crawford County, they now also have a winning record of 2-1.
After each having a week off, Kendrick and Sumter County will shake off the cobwebs and hit the field against one another at 7:00 p.m. on September 12. The Panthers will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Cherokees surely won't give up without a fight. As for Crawford County, they will challenge Macon County at 7:30 p.m. on September 12.
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