Written By: JMF
The Greenup County Musketeers (5-4) were looking to snap a 3-game losing streak. In those 3 games, the Musketeers were only averaging 11.3 points per game. The Musketeers were looking for improved play both offensively and defensively.
The Rowan County Vikings (1-8) have struggled this season and were looking to snap a 5-game losing streak. The Vikings are rebuilding this season and have struggled on both sides of the ball. However, the Musketeers would prove to be too strong for the Vikings, and would get the win 55-19.
Rowan County QB, Abram Norden, would complete 9 of 17 passes for 217 yards and 3 touchdowns. Norden connected with Braden Birchfield 2 times for 128 yards and 2 touchdowns. Norden connected with Madden Owen 4 times for 69 yards and 1 touchdown.
The Vikings’ rushing game was led by JT Judd. Judd carried the ball 15 times for 74 yards. Jackson Hamilton had 4 carries for 13 yards.
The Musketeers would have a huge game from QB, Tyson Sammons. Sammons would complete 14 of 18 passes for 284 yards and 3 touchdowns through the air. Sammons would also run the ball 12 times for 140 yards and 3 rushing touchdowns. Yes, Sammons would account for 6 touchdowns.
Ike Henderson carried the ball 11 times for 88 yards. Tyson Law had 4 carries for 33 yards. Austin Walker had 5 carries for 21 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Aiden Gue had 4 receptions for 149 yards and 2 touchdown receptions. Drew Boggs had 6 receptions for 80 yards. Brody Stevens had 3 receptions for 46 yards. Ike Henderson had 1 reception for 9 yards and a touchdown.
The Musketeers’ defense was led by Waylon Perkins. Perkins accounted for 10 tackles including a tackle-for-loss. Perkins also had an interception. Jasper Davis would recover 2 fumbles and had 3 tackles in the win. Caden Holmes had 8 tackles.
Rowan County travels to West Carter (3-6) this coming Friday, Oct. 27th. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m.
Greenup County hosts Fleming County (6-3) this coming Friday, Oct. 27th. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m.
