RED DEVILS WIN AT COLBERT COUNTY - DUST DEVIL IN THE STANDS

Elkmont won their most important game of the year, Friday night at Colbert County.This win puts the Red Devils in great position for a return to the playoffs.

GAME SUMMARY:
In the first quarter, Elkmont finished a nice drive with a touchdown on a two yard run by Daniel Logan.The PAT was good and Elkmont led 7-0.  Jose Hernandez executed an onside kick that Cole Glass recovered for the Red Devils.  The first quarter ended with Elkmont ahead 7-0.


In the second quarter, the Red Devils' defense continued to play well.  Elkmont executed another successful onside kick-off with Jose Hernandez kicking and recovering the football.  Ben Ferguson intercepted an Indians' pass.  The offense bogged down and it looked like the Red Devils were going to punt.  Bryant Wales threw a pass to Chase Renew on a fake punt for a first down.  The offense's only score this quarter was by Jose Hernandez's 37 yard field goal.  The half ended with Elkmont ahead 10-0.


In the third quarter, Colbert County drove the ball down to the Elkmont 2 yard line.  On a running play, the tailback fumbled the ball and Cole Glass caught the ball in the air and ran 98 yards for a touchdown.  The PAT was good.  The Red Devils led 17-0 at the end of the third quarter.


In the fourth quarter, the Elkmont defense and special teams continued to play well and they maintained their shutout.  The final score was Elkmont 17,  Colbert County 0.


OBSERVATIONS:
This was a great win for the Red Devils.  It almost assures a playoff spot and make Elkmont's record 5-3.  The defense played outstanding football for four quarters and held Colbert County to under 150 yards total offense.  The special teams were nothing less than great.  Jose Hernandez's kicking and Logan Murphy's punting were exceptional.  The offense however did not play well and did not have a first down in the second half.  Overall, this was a big win and one that will be remembered for a long time.


PREDICTION:
The Dust Devil believes the offense will play better and the defense and special teams will continue their outstanding play.   Elkmont 21, Clements 7.


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