The Russell County Lakers outscored Campbellsville in the second half, but the comeback bid ultimately came up short, as the Lakers fell by a score of 45-35 to the Eagles in Saturday’s home opener.
The Lakers fell behind early, with the Eagles taking a 21-0 lead into the second quarter. The Lakers got on the board in the second quarter and trailed 24-6 headed into halftime. The Lakers outscored the Eagles 29-21 in the second half behind big performances from quarterback Tanner Stringer and wide receiver Kinnett Wills, but the Lakers couldn’t quite complete the comeback and fell to 2-1 on the season.
Stringer ran for three touchdowns and threw for two, connecting with Wills on both touchdown passes. The Lakers go back on the road this Friday night, heading east of I-75 to take on the Clay County Tigers. Kickoff is set for 6:30 central time.
