McMinn County had to take a loss the last time they took on Walker Valley but Luke Lawson made sure they didn't get the same satisfaction on Friday. The McMinn County Cherokees really took it to the Walker Valley Mustangs for the full four quarters, racking up a 37-6 win thanks in part to Lawson, who threw for 151 yards and two touchdowns, and also rushed for 57 yards and a touchdown. Those 57 rushing yards gave him a new career-high.
McMinn County wouldn't let Walker Valley keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. It was truly a group effort as Kaiden Brewster, Kayden Melton, and Lincoln Watson picked up one apiece. Melton is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made six or more in the last five games he's played.
McMinn County has been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matches, which provided a massive bump to their 6-5 record this season. As for Walker Valley, their loss ended an eight-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 7-3.
McMinn County will welcome Clinton at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Walker Valley, they are taking a road trip to challenge Lenoir City at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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