Smiths Station couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell 15-6 to the Shaw Raiders on Thursday.
Despite the defeat, Smiths Station saw an underclassman step up: Cohen Thomas rushed for 82 yards and a touchdown on only seven carries. Thomas got the majority of those yards when he took off on a run and that went for an incredible53 yards.
Shaw's win ended a three-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-1.
Smiths Station will face off against Valley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Smiths Station is no doubt hoping to put an end to a five-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Shaw, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Athens Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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