Clarksville was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their seventh straight loss dating back to last season. They lost 36-16 to the Eastern Greene Thunderbirds. One positive for the Generals, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
It was another big night for Peyton Lewis, who rushed for 105 yards and two touchdowns, and also threw for 141 yards and a touchdown on only 11 passes for Eastern Greene. Lewis also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, making two total tackles (1.0 for loss) and defending a pass. Bryson Jones was another key player, gaining 88 total yards and a touchdown.
Clarksville's defeat dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Eastern Greene, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 2-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Clarksville will play host again on Friday to welcome Perry Central, where kickoff is scheduled at 7:30 p.m. As for Eastern Greene, they will host Paoli at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Paoli will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Eastern Greene surely won't give up without a fight.
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