Magnolia extended their losing streak to four on Saturday, dropping them down to 0-4. They took a 40-24 bruising from the Pine Belt Spartans. The Wildcats were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Spartans apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
As for Pine Belt, the victory got them back to even at 2-2. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Samuel Smith had a dynamite game, rushing for 263 yards and five touchdowns while picking up 16.4 yards per carry. Smith is crushing it when it comes to rushing yards: he's rushed for at least 129 every time he's taken the field this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Magnolia will face off against Meridian HomeSchool at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Pine Belt, they will venture away from home to square off against SAHE at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Warriors will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Spartans surely won't give up without a fight.
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