Jefferson County extended their losing streak to five on Friday, dropping them down to 1-5. They were beaten by the South Pike Eagles 48-12. The Tigers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in October of 2024.
Jaheim Day threw for 57 yards and one touchdown. Vance Williams was his top target, picking up 38 receiving yards and one score.
As for South Pike, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 2-3. The victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 53.0 points over those games.
South Pike got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Douglas Wansley out in front who rushed for 49 yards and a pair of TDs. Antwaun Adams also helped with two touchdowns in total.
Jefferson County and South Pike will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next games. The next time Jefferson County sees the field they'll take on Crystal Springs at 7:00 p.m. on October 10. As for South Pike, their break will end when they face Lawrence County at 7:00 p.m. on October 10.
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