Friday just wasn't the day for Mount Olive's offense. They took a blow against the Collins Tigers on Friday, falling 48-0. The Pirates just can't catch a break and have now endured four losses in a row dating back to last season.
Mount Olive's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Gregory Jackson and Peyton Keyes.
Collins was led to victory by Ti?Jarian Barnes and Austin Burkett. Barnes rushed for 87 yards and three touchdowns on only ten carries, while Burkett rushed for 73 yards and two touchdowns.
Mount Olive's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Collins, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Mount Olive will welcome Resurrection Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Mount Olive is facing Resurrection Catholic at the right time seeing as Resurrection Catholic is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Collins, they will face off against East Marion at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Collins will also cruise into their next game with the timing on their side: East Marion will have lost three straight heading into Thursday's matchup.
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