Atkins lost to Mayflower back in November of 2021, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Thursday. The Atkins Red Devils came out on top against the Mayflower Eagles by a score of 29-22. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Red Devils.
Atkins was led to victory by Jaden Martin and Mason Martin. Jaden rushed for 46 yards and three touchdowns, while Mason gained 88 total yards and a touchdown. Jaden also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, picking up a sack and making ten total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Atkins' victory bumped their record up to 7-3. As for Mayflower, their loss ended a five-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 8-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Atkins will take on Perryville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Atkins is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 36.8 points per game this season. As for Mayflower, they will welcome Lavaca at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Lavaca will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more points each game than the last.
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