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Etowah 56, Pope 13

How the game was won: Etowah scored 21 second quarter points to bust open a 35-6 halftime lead, highlighted by a 45-yard interception return for a touchdown by Mohammad Salame.

Top Performers: Quorealus Smith was the leading rusher for Etowahcarrying the ball four times for 76 yards and a touchdown. ...Patrick Ferris had two rushing touchdowns for Etowah and 47 yards. …In total, five different Eagles scored a touchdown.

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