There's no place like home for Cairo, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They took their match on Friday with ease, bagging a 45-12 victory over the Kathleen Red Devils. Given the Syrupmakers' advantage in MaxPreps' football rankings in their respective home states (they are ranked 124th in Georgia, while the Red Devils are ranked 335th in Florida) , the win wasn't entirely unexpected.
Despite the loss, Kathleen still got an impressive performance from Xavion Mitchell, who rushed for 138 yards and one score on only 12 carries. Mitchell's longest rush was for an impressive 55 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total.
Cairo's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Kathleen, they now also have a losing record of 1-2.
Looking ahead, Cairo will look to defend their home field on Friday against Cook at 7:30 p.m. The Hornets' defense has only allowed 8.8 points per game this season, so the Syrupmakers' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Kathleen, they will venture away from home to take on Auburndale at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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