Conway entered their matchup against Marlboro County on Friday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. The Conway Tigers came up short against the Marlboro County Bulldogs, falling 40-16. The Tigers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Bulldogs apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2015.
It was another big night for Justin Purvis, who rushed for 139 yards and two touchdowns, and also picked up 93 receiving yards for Marlboro County. The dominant performance gave Purvis a new career-high in rushing yards. Another player making a difference was Nydarion Blackwell, who threw for 251 yards and a touchdown while completing 83.3% of his passes.
Conway's loss dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Marlboro County, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Conway will take on Aynor at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Conway is no doubt hoping to put an end to a five-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Marlboro County, they will venture away from home to square off against North Myrtle Beach at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Marlboro County's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season.
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