Indians Close Out Season On The Road

The Vidalia High School Indians football team concluded their 2023 season on the road Friday night, falling to the Savannah Country Day Hornets with a final score of 35-12. Despite the loss, the Indians showed grit, battling back from an early deficit to keep the game competitive into the final quarter.

Savannah Country Day managed to find the end zone twice in the first half, taking a 14-0 lead in the second quarter. However, the Indians answered back with a strong rushing touchdown just minutes later, bringing the score to 14-6 before the break (the 2-point conversion attempt was unsuccessful).

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showcase for both sides, with neither offense able to break through. The scoreboard remained locked at 14-6, setting the stage for a tense final frame.

The Indians delivered early in the fourth quarter, continuing their ground attack. Running back Kashun Coney powered his way into the end zone for a 2-yard rushing touchdown. While the ensuing 2-point attempt failed, the Indians had cut the Hornets’ lead to 14-12, signaling that the game was far from over.

Unfortunately, the Hornets were able to capitalize on Vidalia turnovers late in the game, ultimately pulling away with 3 unanswered rushing touchdowns in the closing minutes of the fourth quarter. The late surge pushed the final score to 35-12.

The entire Vidalia Indians team showed heart and persistence in their final effort of the season. The program will now look to the off-season to prepare and build on the experience gained this year, with the returning players setting their sights on next fall.