Wenonah lost against Bessemer City back in October of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Dragons took a 19-14 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Tigers. While losing is never fun, the Dragons can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Alabama football rankings (they are ranked 172nd, while the Tigers are ranked 49th).
Bessemer City found their leader in freshman Brandon Gooden Jr, who rushed for 116 yards and one TD on only eight carries, and also threw for 122 yards and one touchdown. The bulk of those rushing yards came from one huge play: a run that gained an incredible 76 yards. Another player making a difference was Lamarrion Gooden, who rushed for 145 yards.
Wenonah has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-5 record this season. As for Bessemer City, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 8-1.
Wenonah does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Bessemer City, they have already played their next contest, a 24-7 victory against Helena on the 7th.
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