Portal unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They took a blow against the Bulloch Academy Gators on Saturday, falling 49-20. The Panthers lost against the Gators in their previous head to head back in August of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 19-18 score last time.
Despite the loss, Portal had strong showings from Zeke Percell, who rushed for 86 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only five carries, and Jason Crawford, who rushed for 86 yards and one TD. Crawford's longest rush was for an incredible 86 yards.
Bulloch Academy was led to victory by Sam Hubbard and Danye Garvin. Hubbard rushed for 94 yards, while Garvin rushed for 113 yards.
After each having a week off, Portal and Twiggs County will shake off the cobwebs and hit the field against one another at 7:30 p.m. on the 29th. As for Bulloch Academy, they have already played their next match, a 34-0 win against Claxton on the 26th.
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