Cocke County extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-2. They fell 23-12 to the Gatlinburg-Pittman Highlanders. The Fighting Cocks lost against the Highlanders in their previous head to head back in August of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 48-15 score last time.
When it comes to explaining why Cocke County lost, don't look at Daniel Price. Despite the final result, he rushed for 131 yards on only 14 carries.
As for Gatlinburg-Pittman, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it. Given their advantage in MaxPreps' Tennessee football rankings (they are ranked 91st, while Cocke County is ranked 229th) , the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Brayden Maples had a dynamite game, rushing for 120 yards and two touchdowns on only 11 carries.
Looking ahead, Cocke County will face off against Seymour at 7:00 p.m. on the 5th. As for Gatlinburg-Pittman, they will square off against Unicoi County at 7:00 p.m. on the 5th. The contest will give the Highlanders their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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