Tupelo Christian Prep started off well but failed to capitalize on an early lead against Biggersville. They fell 28-21 to the Biggersville Lions on Friday. The defeat continues a trend for the Eagles in their matchups with the Lions: they've now lost three in a row.
Tupelo Christian Prep's loss came despite strong showings from Jeb Brown and Knox Hensley. Brown threw for 156 yards and two touchdowns on only 13 passes, while Hensley picked up 45 receiving yards and a touchdown. Brown also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, making eight total tackles and defending a pass.
Tupelo Christian Prep wouldn't let Biggersville keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Tupelo Christian Prep can thank Luke Finney and James Thomas for forcing both of them.
Tupelo Christian Prep's loss dropped their record down to 3-5. As for Biggersville, their victory bumped their record up to an identical 3-5.
Tupelo Christian Prep will head out on the road to take on Thrasher at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Tupelo Christian Prep is facing Thrasher at the right time seeing as Thrasher is stuck on an eight-game losing streak. As for Biggersville, a feisty cat fight will be fought when Lions takes on Baldwyn at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. They know how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 points or more in their past four contests -- so hopefully Biggersville like a good challenge.
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