Amite lost to Kentwood back in September of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Amite Warriors had just enough and edged the Kentwood Kangaroos out 28-25. That's two games straight that the Warriors have won by exactly three points.
Despite the defeat, Kentwood saw an underclassman step up: Lamikal Callahan picked up two sacks and made 17 total tackles (7.0 for loss). Jermaine Brown also helped out with an impressive 153 receiving yards.
Amite now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Kentwood, their loss ended a six-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 3-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Amite will square off against Bogalusa at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Bogalusa has a tough task ahead: they'll enter the match with three straight defeats, while Amite will come in with three straight wins. As for Kentwood, they will challenge Frederick A. Douglass at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Frederick A. Douglass' defense has only allowed 13 points per game this season, so Kentwood's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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