Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Port Arthur Memorial). They claimed a resounding 63-7 win over the Cleburne Yellowjackets on the road. The matchup was pretty much decided by the half, when the score had already reached 42-7.
When it comes to explaining why Cleburne lost on Saturday, don't look at Malachi Cunningham. Despite the final result, he picked up 96 receiving yards and a touchdown. The bulk of those receiving yards came from one huge play: a catch that gained an incredible 53 yards.
Port Arthur Memorial's victory bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Cleburne, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Port Arthur Memorial will challenge Beaumont United at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Port Arthur Memorial's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points in their last three games. As for Cleburne, they will square off against Centennial at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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