After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Atlanta, Mount Vernon was happy to have turned things around on Friday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 17-14 win over the Mineola Yellowjackets. The victory was some much needed relief for the Tigers as it spelled an end to their six-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Dawson Witherspoon was a one-man wrecking crew for Mount Vernon as he rushed for 185 yards and a touchdown. That's the most rushing yards Witherspoon has posted since back in November of 2023.
Mount Vernon's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-5. As for Mineola, they are on a six-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-5.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mount Vernon will face off against Eustace at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Mineola, they will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Malakoff at 7:30 p.m. on October 11th.
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