Vidalia had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They took a blow against the Ferriday Trojans, falling 54-12. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it six in a row.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Ferriday to victory, but perhaps none more so than Zylon Alexander, who rushed for 116 yards and three scores while picking up 7.3 yards per carry. Those 116 rushing yards gave Alexander a new career-high. Chardaruis Wilson was another key back, rushing for 99 yards and one TD.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Vidalia will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against Delta Charter at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Ferriday, they will challenge Block at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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