McComb was the 49-0 winner over South Pike when they last played one another back in September of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The McComb Tigers came up short against the South Pike Eagles on Friday, falling 30-8. The contest marked the Tigers' lowest-scoring match so far this season.
It was another big night for Jayvon Jackson, who rushed for 81 yards and three touchdowns for South Pike. Douglas Wansley handled things on the ground, rushing for 82 yards.
McComb dropped their record down to 1-4 with the defeat, which was their fourth straight on the road. As for South Pike, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. McComb will take on Laurel at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. McComb is facing Laurel at the right time seeing as Laurel is stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for South Pike, they will stay at home for another week and welcome Franklin County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. South Pike's defense has only allowed seven points per game this season, so Franklin County's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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