Easley and J.L. Mann pushed the score to 55-6 the last time they played J.L. Mann, but on Friday defenses reigned supreme. The Green Wave were just a hair shy of victory and fell 14-13 to the Patriots. The Green Wave lost against the Patriots in their previous head to head back in September of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 55-6 score last time.
Despite the defeat, Easley had strong showings from Josiah Coleman, who rushed for 55 yards and one score, and Matthew Hillstock, who picked up 127 receiving yards and one TD.
Easley's loss was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-2. As for J.L. Mann, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Easley will challenge Woodmont at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for J.L. Mann, they will head out to take on Greenville at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Red Raiders will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Patriots surely won't give up without a fight.
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