Rhea County faced Bledsoe County in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Tuesday. The Golden Eagles had to suffer through a 40-12 loss at the hands of the Warriors. The defeat leaves the Golden Eagles still looking for their first win of the season.
Lilianne Sherrell had a dynamite game For Bledsoe County., rushing for 180 yards and three touchdowns on only 12 carries, while also throwing for 140 yards and one TD. Sherrell also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, picking up a sack and making five total tackles. Amelia Evans got in on the action too, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Rhea County's loss dropped their record down to 0-7. As for Bledsoe County, the victory got them back to even at 3-3.
Coincidentally, Rhea County and Bledsoe County will both be playing Warren County the next time they take the field. The Golden Eagles will head out to face the Pioneers & Lady Pioneers at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, while the Warriors will play them later in the day, at 7:30 p.m.
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