There's no place like home for Scotland, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They came out on top against the Lee County Yellow Jackets by a score of 56-43 on Friday. The Fighting Scots' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Scotland's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Tyjurian White, who rushed for 168 yards and a touchdown on only nine carries. The bulk of those rushing yards came from one huge play: a run that gained an incredible 86 yards. The team also got some help courtesy of Ji'San McPhatter, who threw for 246 yards and three touchdowns while completing 77.8% of his passes.
Scotland didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Shylan Harrell and Marlin Moore. Harrell is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made five or more in the last three games he's played.
Lee County lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Rahshaun Brown, who rushed for 142 yards and a touchdown. Jayden Hill was another key player, picking up 113 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Scotland now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Lee County, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-5 record this season.
Scotland wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next game, a 30-6 defeat against Richmond on the 1st. Lee County has also already played their next contest, a 21-18 victory against Southern Lee on the 1st.
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