Jackson North Side won the last time they faced Jackson South Side, and things went their way on Friday too. The Jackson North Side Indians put the hurt on the Jackson South Side Hawks with a sharp 28-7 victory. The result was nothing new for the Indians, who have now won three games by 21 points or more so far this season.
Leading Jackson North Side to victory were Quinn Jenkins and Korliss Hudson. Jenkins rushed for 144 yards on only ten carries, while Hudson rushed for 100 yards on only 11 carries. The dominant performance gave Jenkins a new career-high in rushing yards. Javonte Smith got in on the action as well, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Jackson North Side wouldn't let Jackson South Side keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Jackson North Side can thank Ahmir Smith and Donta Sawyer for forcing both of them. Sawyer is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made five or more in the last three games he's played dating back to last season. Demingo Maupins was another major factor on D, picking up a sack and making 11 total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Jackson North Side was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 300 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Jackson North Side's record is now 5-3. As for Jackson South Side, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Jackson North Side will venture away from home to take on South Gibson at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Jackson North Side is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 33 points per game this season. As for Jackson South Side, they will square off against Hardin County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hardin County is coming into the match with four straight losses at home, meaning Jackson South Side will have to defend against a team hungry for a win.
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