Highland Tech has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 17.75 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They had to suffer through a 56-8 loss at the hands of the Burns Bulldogs. That makes it the first time this season the Rams have let down their home crowd.
Marshall Mcgowan was his usual excellent self, rushing for 57 yards and two touchdowns, while also throwing for 67 yards and two touchdowns on only six passes for Burns. Elijah Goodson was another key player, rushing for 77 yards and a touchdown.
Having lost for the first time this season, Highland Tech fell to 3-1. As for Burns, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
Coincidentally, both will both be playing Bessemer City the next time they take the field. Highland Tech will host Bessemer City at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, while Burns will host them at 7:30 p.m. on October 4th.
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