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Strom Thurmond football opens season with win over North Augusta

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Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Strom Thurmond football opens season with win over North Augusta

Summary

Strom Thurmond defeated North Augusta 21-7 in Johnston on August 21, marking the Rebels' first victory over the Jackets since 2022. The game remained defensive through the first half, with both offenses struggling. Zy Rouse was pivotal, scoring two touchdowns and returning a kickoff for another. North Augusta's Collin Tillman connected with Zay Harris for a touchdown but missed field goal attempts hampered their offense. Both teams will look to improve in their upcoming games, with Strom Thurmond facing Abbeville and North Augusta taking on Lexington.

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Status Watch

•Strom Thurmond scores first win over North Augusta since 2022.
•Zy Rouse accounted for two touchdowns and a 91-yard kickoff return.
•North Augusta struggled with missed field goal attempts.
•Collin Tillman threw a touchdown pass to Zay Harris.
•Strom Thurmond next faces Abbeville, North Augusta meets Lexington.

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6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Strom Thurmond football opens up the season with victory over North Augusta for first time since 2022

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Strom Thurmond 21, North Augusta 7JOHNSTON - Any game between defensive powerhouses like Strom Thurmond and North Augusta was going to be one of inches. And it was the Rebels who went the extra mile on Aug.
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