Tornadoes
| 08/22/25 vs Maryville | 28-21 |
| 12/06/24 vs Westview | 40-21 |
| 11/29/24 @ Sequatchie County | 38-3 |
| 11/22/24 vs Gatlinburg-Pittman | 52-7 |
| 11/15/24 vs Austin-East | 49-6 |
| + 9 more games |
Alcoa took care of business in their home opener on Friday. They came out on top against the Maryville Red Rebels by a score of 28-21. The win was familiar territory for the Tornadoes, who have now won 14 matchups in a row dating back to last season.
Alcoa's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Thomas Manu, who threw for 162 yards and a pair of TDs while completing 77.8% of his passes, and also rushed for 83 yards on only 11 carries. Micah Jones was another key rusher, rushing for 78 yards and two touchdowns.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Alcoa was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 228 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Maryville only rushed for 51 rushing yards.
When it comes to explaining why Maryville lost, don't look at Will Jones. Despite the final result, he threw for 210 yards and a pair of TDs while completing 80% of his passes.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Alcoa will welcome Bearden at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Maryville, they will host West at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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