Martin County had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They took a 20-12 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Sebring Blue Streaks. While losing is never fun, the Tigers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Florida football rankings (they are ranked 267th, while the Blue Streaks are ranked 92nd).
Despite the loss, Martin County still got an impressive performance from Paul Hendrix, who rushed for 121 yards. Hendrix was no stranger to the big play, turning on the jets for a run that went for 51 yards.
Martin County will look to take advantage of their home-field for the first time this season as they take on Glades Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Sebring, they are packing up and heading out on the road for their first away game this season. they challenge Clearwater Central Catholic at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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