By Marla Jones, Sports Editor

marla@southerntorch.com

Cherokee County 49-Crossville 10

Crossville has heard the talk.  They know the numbers.  They know how long it has been since they have got a win.  They know all about blood, sweat and tears.  The message has to be clear to the Crossville Lions,” Don’t stop believing!”

Crossville made the trip to Cherokee County looking for the ever important win.  Luck was not with the Lions but improvements were made.

Cherokee County took the early lead with a 44-yard touchdown.  The PAT was good.  At the end of the first quarter, Cherokee County lead the Lions, 7-0.

The second quarter was dominated by Cherokee County.  They scored three additional touchdowns. Going into the half, the score was 28-0.

Crossville put points on the board with a 2-yard dash into the endzone by Blake Owens,  The point after attempt was good.  The Cherokee County Warriors answered back with another touchdown.  The extra point attempt was successful.  At the end of the third, Warriors led the Lions, 35-7.

Crossville Ronaldo Jimenez added three more points for the Crossville Lions with his 29-yard field goal in the fourth.  Cherokee scored two additional touchdowns before the clock ran out.  Final Cherokee County 49, Crossville 10.

Crossville will play another region game as they host White Plains, Friday night.