Week three of high school football across West Alabama delivered a series of decisive victories that underscored the strength of several programs. Below is a roundup of the key matchups and results.
Thursday Night
Northside at Demopolis – The Northside Rams traveled to Demopolis and secured a commanding 49‑20 victory. The Rams’ offense clicked on multiple drives, establishing a comfortable lead early and never looking back.
Friday Night
Northridge at Brookwood – The Northridge Jaguars defeated the Brookwood Panthers 45‑19. A standout performance came from quarterback Tate Espey, who found the end zone twice, helping the Jaguars pull away in the second half.
Locust Fork at Gordo – The Gordo Green Wave continued their dominant form with a 48‑0 shutout of Locust Fork. Gordo’s defense held the Fork’s offense scoreless while the offense piled on points at a steady clip.
Hewitt‑Trussville at Tuscaloosa County – In a game that left Tuscaloosa County winless at 0‑4, Hewitt‑Trussville delivered a 49‑0 shutout. The Trussville squad’s balanced attack on both sides of the ball proved too much for the County team.
Saturday Night
Central at Hillcrest – The Hillcrest Patriots showcased a powerful ground game, defeating the Central Falcons 53‑13. Hillcrest’s rushing attack dominated the line of scrimmage, allowing them to build a large margin early.
Hueytown at Paul W. Bryant – The Paul W. Bryant Stampede earned their second win of the season, beating Hueytown 51‑37 under head coach Christion Jones. The Stampede’s offense stayed productive throughout, outpacing Hueytown’s attempts to stay within striking distance.
Randolph at American Christian Academy – American Christian Academy handled Randolph with a 50‑21 victory at home. The Academy’s balanced attack and solid defensive effort kept the game comfortably in their control.
Pickens County at Brilliant – Pickens County continued its steady performance, defeating Brilliant High School 42‑18 on the road. The County team’s offense moved the ball effectively, while the defense limited Brilliant’s scoring opportunities.
Looking Ahead
As the season progresses, teams will look to build on these early successes and address areas of improvement. Coaches across the region emphasized the importance of fundamentals, teamwork, and maintaining focus as the schedule becomes more demanding.
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Original reporting: The Tuscaloosa Thread — read the source article.
