Cumberland Gap extended their losing streak to four on Friday, dropping them down to 3-6. They took a blow against the Claiborne Bulldogs, falling 34-0. The Panthers lost against the Bulldogs in their previous head to head back in October of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 13-7 score last time.
Kole Carter threw for 107 yards on 12 of 20 attempts. Gabriel Daniels was his top target, picking up 48 receiving yards. On the ground, Noah Meyer rushed for 33 yards.
Claiborne's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-8. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Aden Roark was nothing short of spectacular: he rushed for 197 yards and three scores while picking up 7.9 yards per carry. Those three rushing touchdowns gave him a new career-high.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Cumberland Gap will head out to challenge West Greene at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Panthers will be up against the Buffaloes' rather soft defense (which has allowed 39.56 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Claiborne, they are taking a road trip to take on Pigeon Forge at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Tigers will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Bulldogs surely won't give up without a fight.
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