South Hardin's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They came out on top against the Hudson Pirates by a score of 34-21. The high-scoring effort was just what the Tigers needed considering they were shutout in their previous contest.
South Hardin's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Peyton Welch, who threw for 187 yards and two touchdowns, and also rushed for 70 yards on only seven carries. Jaxson Drury was another key back, rushing for 131 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 7.7 yards per carry.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: South Hardin was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 264 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in September of 2023.
South Hardin pushed their record up to 6-1 with the win, which was their third straight on the road. As for Hudson, their loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 5-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. South Hardin will take on Columbus at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. South Hardin's defense has only allowed 14.6 points per game this season, so Columbus' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Hudson, they and Grundy Center are set to duel on Friday. Grundy Center will roll in looking for their seventh straight victory, something Hudson surely won't give up without a fight.
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