East Rankin Academy sports potent attack

October 17, 2012

East Rankin has a high potent offense and are hoping it continues to thrive.

The Patriots (5-4, 2-2) host Starkville Academy (5-4, 2-2) Friday night at 7 p.m. with the Class AAA, Division II title on the line.

In ERA's last two wins they have scored 52 and 36 points respectively.

"They have got a very, very explosive offense led by senior quarterback Jacob Weldon," SA coach Jeff Terrill said. "He has got really good speed and arm. He does a good job of making something happen when it's not there originally."

Although they score a bunch of points, the Patriots were shut out last time on the field when Jackson Prep took a 41-0 decision.

ERA is looking to get revenge on last year's 18-7 loss in Starkville.

– Ben Wait

Yazoo City has 'Wright' options on offense

Yazoo City has two players on the offensive side of the football with the last name of Wright that have put up good numbers this season.

Darrius Wright, a 5-8 and 155-pound quarterback, has completed 47-of-123 pass attempts for 637 yards and four touchdowns with an additional 112 yards rushing on 66 carries and three more scores.

The leading rusher for the Indians is Jerry Wright, who has 284 yards on the ground. Tre Richardson adds 223 yards rushing.

Yazoo City brings records of 4-4 overall and 2-2 in Class 5A, Region 2, District 6 into Friday's matchup with the Starkville Yellowjackets. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.

The Indians defeated Canton 6-0 and Lanier 41-8 within the division, while suffering losses to Neshoba Central 18-12 and Provine 41-28.

– Danny P. Smith