Elkmont extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to seven on Friday, dropping them down to 0-2. They took a blow against the Lexington Golden Bears, falling 48-6. The Red Devils gained 65 more yards on the day, but it was the Golden Bears that made the best use of them.
Reid Bardos threw for 96 yards and one TD. Owen Burgess was his top target, picking up 34 receiving yards. On the ground, Taylor Gooch rushed for 34 yards.
As for Lexington, their victory was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 1-1. The home wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 45.2 points over those games.
Sawyer Howard was a one-man wrecking crew as he threw for 87 yards and three touchdowns.
Elkmont and Lexington will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Red Devils will face off against rival Lauderdale County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Lexington is set to challenge their familiar foe Decatur Heritage Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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