The PURE Academy Royals will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against the Winona Tigers at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Having struggled with four defeats in a row, PURE Academy turned things around against Holly Springs on Friday. They claimed a resounding 50-6 victory over the Hawks. The Royals' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Meanwhile, Winona's game on Friday was all tied up 6-6 at the half, but luckily for them it didn't stay that way. They secured a 31-26 W over Noxubee County. Winona hasn't had any issues with Noxubee County recently, as the game was their third consecutive win against them.
PURE Academy better keep an eye on Landon Crawford. He was instrumental in Winona's win, rushing for 147 yards and two TDs while picking up 8.2 yards per carry. That's the most rushing touchdowns Crawford has posted since back in September of 2024. Dee Hudson got in on the action as well, returning a kick for a touchdown.
PURE Academy's victory bumped their record up to 3-5. As for Winona, their win bumped their record up to 3-4.
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