Sparta/Steeleville was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their seventh straight defeat. They took a 34-22 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Carlyle Indians/Lady Indians.
Sparta/Steeleville's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Dequan Woods, who picked up 84 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Woods didn't just play on offense: he also made five total tackles (1.0 for loss) and defended a pass. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Tyrell Charles, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Sparta/Steeleville's defeat dropped their record down to 0-7. As for Carlyle, they moved to 2-5 with that win, which also ended their four-game losing streak.
Sparta/Steeleville will welcome Dupo at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Dupo is coming into the matchup with three straight losses on the road, meaning Sparta/Steeleville will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Carlyle, they will venture away from home to face off against Wesclin at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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