Marion County’s Jayme Ford (27) breaks through the line to score the first touchdown of the game against Whitwell during the first half Thursday in Jasper, Tenn.
Whitwell’s Dusty McHone (20) dodges tackles against Marion County during the first half of play Thursday at Bill Baxter Stadium in Jasper, Tenn.JASPER, Tenn. – Coach Mac McCurry is already making history at Marion County.
The first-year coach has the Warriors off to a 3-0 start for the first time since 1995 after they toppled rival Whitwell 33-12 in a District 6-A game Thursday at Bill Baxter Stadium
“The community was very charged up, and I’m glad we could provide enjoyment and satisfaction,” McCurry said while leaning against the sideline fence and welcoming congratulatory words.
Sophomore fullback Blake Zeman – wearing jersey No. 1, instead of his usual No. 20, in honor of Marion County student Kennedy Griffith who is battling cancer – rushed 14 times for 123 yards and a touchdown. He also intercepted a pass and recovered a fumble while playing linebacker.
“It means a lot to be 3-0,” Zeman said.