Hemphill extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 1-7. They were dealt a 55-10 loss at the hands of the Garrison Bulldogs. The Hornets were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 34-10.
As for Garrison, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 5-3 record this season. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
This one was won in the trenches and the lion's share of the credit has to go to Avery Yarbrough and Carter Crawford. Yarbrough gained 185 total yards and four touchdowns while Crawford rushed for 80 yards and three scores on only five carries. Crawford has become a key player for Garrison: the team is 4-1 when he posts at least two rushing touchdowns, but 1-2 otherwise.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Hemphill will square off against rival San Augustine at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Garrison is set to take on their familiar foe Timpson at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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