After losing to Montgomery County the last time they met, Johnson County decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Johnson County Trojans put the hurt on the Montgomery County Eagles with a sharp 27-6 win on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest victory the Trojans have posted against the Eagles since August 19, 2016.
Tayshawn Norris went supernova for Johnson County, rushing for 146 yards and a touchdown on only 14 carries. Norris really tore up the turf during one magnificent 73-yard run.
Johnson County was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 221 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Montgomery County only rushed for 103.
Johnson County's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Xavier Wright and Jeremiah Scott. Scott also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, defending three passes and snagging an interception.
When it comes to explaining why Montgomery County lost, don't look at Jamun Coglin. Despite the final result, he rushed for 102 yards on only 12 carries. Coglin didn't just play on offense: he also made ten total tackles and defended a pass.
The win got Johnson County back to even at 1-1. As for Montgomery County, their defeat was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-1.
Johnson County will welcome Warren County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Montgomery County, they will host Atkinson County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Hopefully Montgomery County focused on turnovers this week as team gave up five on Friday.
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