The Sipsey Valley Bears will square off against the Vigor Wolves at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Sipsey Valley is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 33.4 points per game this season.
Two weeks ago, everything came up roses for Sipsey Valley against Selma as the team secured a 40-6 win. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Bears.
Sipsey Valley got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Ayden Abernathy out in front who rushed for 127 yards and two touchdowns on only 15 carries. Abernathy really tore up the turf during one magnificent 72-yard run. Ashten Long was another key pass catcher, picking up 110 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Meanwhile, Vigor faced Baker in a battle between two of the state's top teams last Thursday. Vigor and Baker were almost perfectly matched up, but Vigor suffered a 10-9 defeat. The Wolves' loss signaled the end of their ten-game winning streak dating back to last season.
Sipsey Valley's win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 6-4. Those good results were due in large part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 45.0 points per game. As for Vigor, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 9-1.
Friday's contest might be decided in the on the ground. Sipsey Valley has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 214.8 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Vigor struggles in that department as they've been averaging 183.4. It's looking like Friday's matchup might have some serious battles in the trenches. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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