Verbena extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 5-4. They were dealt a 42-0 loss at the hands of Maplesville. While losing is never fun, Verbena can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Alabama football rankings (they are ranked 316th, while Maplesville is ranked 81st).
As for Maplesville, the win keeps them at an undefeated 9-0. The victories came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 3.0 points on average this season.
Maplesville's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Pearce Yeargan, who threw for 104 yards and a pair of touchdowns, and also rushed for 49 yards. That's the most rushing yards Yeargan has posted since back in August. Nehemiah McCary was another key back, rushing for 57 yards and one score.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Verbena will challenge Red Level at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Red Devils will be up against the Tigers' rather soft defense (which has allowed 36.67 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Maplesville, they will square off against Alabama Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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