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By GRAHAM HEFNER, Gazebo Sports Writer
Senior running back Russell Mole rushed for 210 yards and scored four touchdowns as the Eagles defeated Mount de Sales, 41-14, in the Region 7A opener for both schools.
Mole had TD runs of 50, 43, 39 and 21 yards.
After the Cavaliers struck for a 68-yard touchdown pass in the first quarter, the Eagles defense shut down the Cavaliers on the ground and Stratford’s offense scored 41 unanswered points.
The Eagles have a key region game on the road Friday against Twiggs County.
(Photos by KAITLYN NEEL and HANNAH LOVETT, Gazebo Staff)
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