Salem extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to four on Friday, dropping them down to 0-3. They came up short against the Fleming Colonels, falling 34-13. If the Spartans were looking for revenge after losing 25-7 to the Colonels when the teams met back in September of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Despite the loss, Salem still got an impressive performance from Kyshead Arrington, who rushed for 85 yards and one score.
As for Fleming, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 2-1. Those wins came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered a grand total of 13 points in those games.
Josiah Ragland had an outrageously good game as he rushed for 104 yards and three touchdowns on only 11 carries, and also picked up 38 receiving yards. Another player making a difference was Jycer Preston, who threw for 108 yards and one TD on only ten passes.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Salem will venture away from home to take on Dinwiddie at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Fleming, they will challenge Patrick Henry at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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