New Hampstead was the 47-44 winner over Effingham County when they last played one another back in August of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Phoenix fell just short of the Rebels by a score of 23-20 on Friday. Despite 111 more yards than the Rebels, the Phoenix couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
Despite the loss, New Hampstead still got an impressive performance from Christian Kinlaw, who rushed for 153 yards and two scores, and also picked up 88 receiving yards and one TD.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Effingham County to victory, but perhaps none more so than Jmere Doe-Davis, who rushed for 98 yards and one touchdown.
New Hampstead now has a losing record of 1-2. As for Effingham County, the victory got them back to even at 1-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. New Hampstead will head out to face off against Richmond Hill at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Effingham County, they will face off against Brunswick at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The game will give the Rebels their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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