There's no place like home for Atkinson County, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They took down the Pataula Charter Academy Panthers 27-12 on Thursday.
It was another big night for Darrian Roberts, who rushed for 214 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 9.3 yards per carry. His rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his third straight game with at least 110 rushing yards dating back to last season. Backing up that air attack was Ladarien Roberts, who rushed for 80 yards and a rushing touchdown.
Roberts wasn't the only one working in the rushing yards department: Atkinson County was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 343 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 255 rushing yards in four consecutive matches.
Atkinson County's win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 3-1. As for Pataula Charter Academy, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 1-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Atkinson County will welcome Wheeler County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Atkinson County's defense has only allowed 17.5 points per game this season, so Wheeler County's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Pataula Charter Academy, they will challenge Terrell Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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