By Marla Jones, Sports Editor • marla@southerntorch.com

TALLADEGA, Ala. — The Valley Head Tigers defeated the Alabama School for the Deaf Warriors, 38-6 on Friday.

The Tigers started their scoring frenzy early, scoring 20 unanswered points in the first quarter.  By halftime, the Tigers had the 38-0 advantage but suffered a big loss when senior safety, Jimmy Gibson was forced to come out of the game ,due to a possible broken wrist.

The score remained 38-0 until the fourth quarter when the Warriors put their only points on the board.  The extra point attempt failed and the Tigers finished the game with a score of 38-6.

Bryson Morgan led the Tigers with 146 yards on twelve carries and two touchdowns.  Waylon Collins and Jordan Burt tacked on a touchdown a piece.

The Valley Head Tigers were named the Southern Torch Team of the Week for their efforts.  They will host  Decatur Heritage Christian for their home opener on Friday.