It was a good run, but Fort White unfortunately witnessed the end of their three-game winning streak on Friday. They took a blow against the Union County Fightin' Tigers, falling 46-19. The Indians were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 27-6.
Fort White's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was JAYDEN JACKSON, who rushed for 28 yards and a touchdown, and also caught a touchdown. JACKSON also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, making six total tackles and defending two passes.
Drew Simmons was his usual excellent self, rushing for 162 yards and two touchdowns on only 15 carries for Union County. Simmons' longest rush was for an impressive 60 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Trenton Klein was another key player, throwing for 170 yards and two touchdowns.
Fort White's defeat ended a seven-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 3-2. As for Union County, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Fort White's road trip will continue as they head out to face Chiles at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Fort White is facing Chiles at the right time seeing as Chiles is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Union County, they will take on Paxon School For Advanced Studies at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Union County will be looking to keep their five-game home win streak dating back to last season alive.
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