After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Hickman, Smith-Cotton was happy to have turned things around on Friday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 24-21 win over the Battle/Columbia Independent Spartans. The victory was some much needed relief for the Tigers as it spelled an end to their six-game losing streak dating back to last season.
It was another big night for Beau Gray, who rushed for 67 yards and a touchdown, and also threw for 141 yards and two touchdowns.
Smith-Cotton's win ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-5. As for Battle/Columbia Independent, they dropped their record down to 0-6 with the loss, which was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Smith-Cotton will square off against Capital City at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Battle/Columbia Independent, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Rock Bridge at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Rock Bridge will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Battle/Columbia Independent surely won't give up without a fight.
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