Southside put another one in the bag on Friday to keep their perfect season alive. They secured a 36-32 W over the Blytheville Chickasaws. The defensive woes were uncharacteristic for the Southerners, who until this game were averaging 14.8 points allowed.
Leading Southside to victory were Owen McLaughlin and Trey Allen. McLaughlin rushed for 161 yards and a touchdown, while Allen threw for 107 yards and three touchdowns on perfect 7-for-7 passing. Allen also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, making six total tackles and defending two passes.
Southside's defensive line stepped up as well, laying out the QB three times. In that department, Cameron Foree was the leader with two sacks. He has been hot for a while, having also posted six or more total tackles the last 14 times he's played.
Southside's win was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 10-0. They've dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 25.6 points. As for Blytheville, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season.
Southside and Blytheville are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Southside will face off against Harmony Grove at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Southside's defense has only allowed 14.8 points per game this season, so Harmony Grove's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Blytheville, they will take on Heber Springs at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Heber Springs will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Blytheville surely won't give up without a fight.
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