Philo couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They lost to the Athens Bulldogs at home by a 28-14 margin on Friday. The defeat leaves the Electrics without a win on the season.
Alex Pero had an outrageously good game for Athens as he rushed for 227 yards and two touchdowns. Braeden Young was another key player, throwing for 176 yards and a touchdown while completing 80% of his passes.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Philo will head out to challenge New Lexington at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Athens, they will challenge Gallia Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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