Wesson won the last time they faced Loyd Star, and things went their way on Friday too. The Wesson Cobras claimed a resounding 44-12 victory over the Loyd Star Hornets at home. The Cobras' offense checked out after the first half but had enough points banked to take the game anyway.
Deshawn Smith had a dynamite game for Wesson, picking up 109 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Smith got the majority of those receiving yards when he pulled down a pass and took off for a gain of 55 yards.
Despite the defeat, Loyd Star saw an underclassman step up: Tristan Fortenberry picked up 53 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
The win made it two in a row for Wesson and bumps their season record up to 2-0. As for Loyd Star, their loss dropped their record down to 0-2.
Wesson will take on Perry Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Loyd Star, they will square off against Salem at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Loyd Star will be looking to keep their four-game home win streak dating back to last season alive.
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