Dawson County scored the most points they've had all season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They took a 35-23 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Pickens Dragons. The Tigers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Dragons apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in October of 2023.
Preston Bannister rushed for 36 yards and a touchdown, and also threw for 156 yards on nine of 18 attempts.
Dylan Edwards was his top target, picking up 91 receiving yards. On the ground,
Cody Mcbrayer rushed for 70 yards.
Hayden Jones was his usual excellent self, rushing for 185 yards and two touchdowns on only 12 carries, while also throwing for 168 yards and a touchdown while completing 73.7% of his passes for Pickens. Jones' longest rush was for an incredible 80 yards. 87 of those passing yards were hauled in by Mccord Purdy.
Dawson County dropped their record down to 1-3 with the defeat, which was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season. As for Pickens, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Dawson County will take on Greater Atlanta Christian at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Dawson County will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more points each contest than the last. As for Pickens, they will venture away from home to face off against North Hall at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The two teams might be coming in a bit winded given these two teams combined for 986 yards in their previous games.
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