Leake County was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss dating back to last season. They were six points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 20-14 heartbreaker at the hands of the Lake Hornets.
When it comes to explaining why Leake County lost, don't look at Mashawn Leflore. Despite the final result, he rushed for 153 yards and one touchdown while picking up 9.0 yards per carry. Zechariah Washington helped out on the ground, rushing for 104 yards.
Leake County's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Lake, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 2-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Leake County will challenge Velma Jackson at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Lake, they will square off against Choctaw Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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