Claxton extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Friday, dropping them down to 0-4. They took a 22-14 hit to the loss column at the hands of the McIntosh County Academy Buccaneers. The match was a 14-14 toss-up at halftime, but the Tigers couldn't quite close it out.
As for McIntosh County Academy, the win got them back to even at 2-2. The victory continues a trend for them in their matchups with Claxton: they've now won five in a row.
McIntosh County Academy was led to victory by Earnest McIntosh and Keyshawn Tyson. McIntosh gained 132 total yards and a touchdown, while Tyson gained 37 total yards and two touchdowns. Tyson was even better on defense, forcing one fumble and making two total tackles (1.0 for loss).
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Claxton is set to take on their familiar foe Jenkins County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, McIntosh County Academy will challenge rival Screven County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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