If Hancock County was riding high fresh off their 42-7 takedown of Tell City last Friday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Hornets fell 21-14 to the Union County Braves on Friday. The defeat continues a trend for the Hornets in their meetings with the Braves: they've now lost six in a row.
Brady Eubanks threw for 100 yards and one touchdown. Hunter Greathouse was his top target, picking up 43 receiving yards. On the ground, Leland Wilson rushed for 41 yards.
Union County got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Luke Thomas out in front who rushed for 154 yards and one score while picking up 7.3 yards per carry. Rishard Green was another key back, rushing for 68 yards and one TD on only six carries.
Hancock County's loss dropped their record down to 4-2. As for Union County, the victory got them back to even at 3-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Hancock County will take on Owensboro Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Hornets' defense better be ready for this one: the Aces have averaged an impressive 32.4 points per game this season. As for Union County, they will challenge Hopkins County Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Braves will be up against the Storm's rather soft defense (which has allowed 31.67 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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