Alexander 43, Hiram 17

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Alexander 43, Hiram 17

How the game was won: An efficient Baylor Whitfield and a stingy defense helped the Cougars take a 36-3 lead and coast to another Region 5 victory.

Top Performers: Baylor Whitfield finished 18-of-24 for 265 yards and three touchdowns to go with an interception. …Daetrich Harrington carried 11 times for 120 yards and one touchdown. …Justin Hall caught six passes for 65 yards and a score. …Leon Agee returned a punt 50 yards for a touchdown and recorded an interception. …Hiram rushed 40 times for 148 yards and two touchdowns.

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