New Lexington defeats Crooksville to remain undefeated in football

New Lexington secured a 58-20 victory against Crooksville on September 11 at Jim Rockwell Stadium. Despite conceding the first points of the game and trailing in the first quarter, the Panthers scored 44 points in the first half to establish a commanding lead. Tyson Spicer contributed a kickoff return for a touchdown, while the offense leaned heavily on a rushing attack led by Ratliff and Mathias. Head coach Kevin Board expressed concern regarding defensive miscues and penalties that allowed the Ceramics to remain within reach early in the contest. The result marks the 13th consecutive win for New Lexington in the series against their Perry County rival, helping the Panthers maintain their standing at the top of the Muskingum Valley League Small School Division.

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