With a playoff game on the line, Velma Jackson rose to the challenge on Friday. They blew past the Mount Olive Pirates, posting a 62-6 win. The Falcons' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
It was another big night for Trevon Willis, who threw for 142 yards and four touchdowns while completing 80% of his passes, and also rushed for 70 yards and a touchdown. Trystin Williams was in the mix as well, providing Velma Jackson with two touchdowns.
Velma Jackson didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Trevion Blackmon and Da?Quavion Black. Tyshun Willis was another major factor on D, making six total tackles (5.0 for loss).
The victory was the ninth in a row for Velma Jackson, bringing their record for this year to 9-1. Those good results were due in large part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 6.8 points per game. As for Mount Olive, they are on an 11-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-10.
Velma Jackson will take on West Tallahatchie at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams have allowed few points on average, (West Tallahatchie: 12, Velma Jackson: 10.6) so any points scored will be well earned. Mount Olive does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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