Tellico Plains had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They came out on top against the Eagleton College & Career Academy Royals by a score of 22-14 on Friday. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Bears as it put an end to their nine-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Ryan Shaffer was nothing short of spectacular: he rushed for 194 yards and two touchdowns.
Shaffer wasn't the only one working in the rushing yards department: Tellico Plains was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 263 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 168 rushing yards in five consecutive games dating back to last season.
Tellico Plains wouldn't let Eagleton College & Career Academy keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Tellico Plains can thank Shaffer and Jesse Winger for forcing both of them.
Eagleton College & Career Academy's loss dropped their record down to 1-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Tellico Plains will look to take advantage of their home-field for the first time this season as they take on Sequoyah at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Tellico Plains is out to stop a four-game streak of losses at home dating back to last season. As for Eagleton College & Career Academy, they will welcome Scott at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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