It was a proper cat-fight when Luella challenged Commerce on Friday. The Lions enjoyed a cozy 27-8 win over the Tigers. This was payback for the Lions, who suffered a 24-14 loss the last time these two teams met.
Luella had a senior duo take command as Markel Aguirre rushed for 103 yards and three touchdowns on only nine carries and Dayshon Furlow rushed for 154 yards and one score while picking up 8.6 yards per carry.
One reason for the win was Luella's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Amir Byrd, Brinston Mitchell, and Sean Troutt, who each picked up one sack apiece. Luella got some further help from Byrd: he picked up a sack, made nine total tackles (2.0 for loss), and defended one pass.
Luella's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Commerce, they are on a four-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
After each having a week off, Luella and Starr's Mill will shake off the rust and duke it out at 7:30 p.m. on the 12th. As for Commerce, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Madison County at 7:30 p.m.
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