After starting their season with two straight games on the road, Myrtle is finally coming home. They will look to take advantage of their home-field as they take on the Potts Camp Cardinals at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Potts Camp took a loss in their last game and will be looking to turn the tables on Myrtle, who comes in off a win.
Myrtle will bounce into Thursday's contest after beating Strayhorn, who they hadn't topped in three consecutive meetings. Myrtle's defense stepped up to hand Strayhorn a 19-0 shutout on Friday.
Myrtle found their leader in underclassman Zane Hill, who threw for 124 yards and a touchdown while completing 75% of his passes.
Myrtle wouldn't let Strayhorn keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Myrtle can thank Drew Stanton and Chris Collins for forcing both of them. Stanton's also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, forcing a fumble and making three total tackles.
Meanwhile, Friday just wasn't the day for Potts Camp's offense. They fell 8-0 to Byhalia last Friday.
Myrtle and Potts Camp were neck-and-neck in their previous meeting back in August of 2023, but Myrtle came up empty-handed after a 14-13 loss. Will Myrtle have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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