Mount Olive was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat dating back to last season. They came up short against the Resurrection Catholic Eagles, falling 40-14. One positive for the Pirates, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Despite the loss, Mount Olive saw an underclassman step up: Edward Baggett threw for 177 yards and a touchdown on only ten passes.
Even if they lost, Mount Olive's defensive line still kept up the pressure with six sacks. The heavy lifting was done by Gregory Jackson and Zachory Taylor, who racked up four sacks between them.
Mount Olive's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Resurrection Catholic, the victory snapped their losing streak at four games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 1-3 record.
Mount Olive will look to defend their home field on Friday against Lumberton at 7:00 p.m. Lumberton's defense has only allowed 15.5 points per game this season, so Mount Olive's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Resurrection Catholic, they will be staying on the road on Friday to face off against St. Patrick at 7:00 p.m. Resurrection Catholic is facing St. Patrick at the right time seeing as St. Patrick is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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