Tuscola had to hit the road for their first game and it wasn't the result they were hoping for. They had to suffer through a 42-6 loss at the hands of the Asheville Cougars. The Mountaineers were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 29-0.
Jett Bartley threw for 118 yards and a touchdown.
Bridger Jones was his top target, making five total tackles. On the ground,
Cooper Williamson rushed for 66 yards.
Josh Ellis had a dynamite game for Asheville, rushing for 195 yards and three touchdowns on only nine carries, while also catching a touchdown. Ellis' longest rush was for an incredible 78 yards. Meek Slydell was another key player, throwing for 68 yards and two touchdowns.
Tuscola will be defending their home-field for the first time for the first time when they go up against Polk County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Asheville, they will hit the road for the first time this season to challenge Providence Day at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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