Patriots overcome homecoming, Rebles, win 27-12

Winston scored on a two play drive to open their offense on their first possession of the game and didn't look back as they went on to win it. T.D. threw for three touchdowns and ran for another while surpassing the 200 yd. barrier on the game. Also Austin Harrison picked off two more passes which gives him 6 in the last three weeks. He also hauled in the first touchdown of the game on a pass from Dalton from 25 plus yds. out. Tri-County never got started offensively although they did score one touchdown on a run. The Patriot defense worked hard in the trenches all night and never allowed any big plays to happen and they also caused four Rebel turnovers with 3 of those being interceptions. Paul David Hatcher lead the defense with 13 tackles and was awarded the temptco steel player of the game. Winston improved to 7-2 and 2-2 in conference play. It is their best start since the 1999 season and they hope to make it an even more magical season as they progress towards the playoffs with only two regular season games remaining. Calling the play-by-play tonight on tv was myself while mr. Dan Sullivan helped me as the color man. Next week, Winston stays in district play as they go on the road to take on their final district opponent, Canton Academy. Canton stands last in the conference standings with Tri-County. The Patriots with a win will secure a definite playoff appearence although the win Friday night gives them a very good chance already.