North Augusta had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They walked away with a 25-18 victory over the Thomson Bulldogs on Friday. Given the Yellow Jackets' advantage in MaxPreps' football rankings in their respective home states (they are ranked 43rd in South Carolina, while the Bulldogs are ranked 233rd in Georgia), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Thomson's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jaris Sinkfield, who picked up 80 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Another passer making a difference was Markevion Jones, who threw for 155 yards and two touchdowns.
Thomson's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2.
North Augusta will welcome Lexington at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Thomson, they will face off against Academy of Richmond County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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