Johnston City Indians Win Hard-Fought Playoff Battle Against Auburn Trojans
Key points:
- Johnston City Indians defeated Auburn Trojans 16-8 in a hard-fought playoff battle.
- Fullback Evan Sanders scored the winning touchdown for the Indians.
- Johnston City will face Breese Mater Dei in the next round of the state playoffs.
Johnston City Indians emerged victorious in a hard-fought battle against Auburn, winning 16-8 in the opening round of the Class 2A state playoffs. Fullback Evan Sanders sealed the win with a 13-yard touchdown run in the final minutes of the game. The Indians, now 9-1, will face Breese Mater Dei in the next round. Despite a slow start, the Indians played better when they realized the importance of the game, according to head coach Todd Thomas. Both teams displayed strong performances, but Johnston City made crucial plays when it mattered most.
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