By Marla Jones, Sports Editor • marla@southerntorch.com
SCOTTSBORO, Ala. — On their 60th meeting, the Scottsboro Wildcats defeated the Arab Knights, 7-3 in a Class 6A, Region 7 play.
The Wildcats only score came with 10:49 remaining in the first half. After a 14-play, 60-yard drive, Jacob Manning dashed in from the 1-yard out for the Wildcat touchdown. The kick by Alex Jose gave the Wildcats the 7-0 lead. After reaching the Scottsboro 13-yard line, Arab had to settle for a field goal with 1:08 remaining in the half.
The second half was a back-and-forth between the two teams. After fumbles and interceptions, neither team could advance to the endzone. As time ran out on the defensive battle, Scottsboro capitalized on their early touchdown to win the game 7-3.
Scottsboro will travel to take on Springville on Friday.