Lady Mavericks avenge Coalfield loss
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Chloe Freeman races toward the goal line after hauling in a pass for Anderson County against Coalfield. Freeman, Jacelyn Amos and Anaya Witkowski each had more than 60 receiving yards in the Lady Mavericks’ 26-13 victory over the Lady Yellow Jackets. - Tony Cox
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Anna Witkowski turns upfield after securing a take- away for Anderson County during its game against Coalfield on Thursday, April 9. Witkowski made a major defensive impact for the Lady Mavericks with three interceptions in the contest. - Tony Cox
The week was a successful one for the Anderson County High School flag football team.
The Lady Mavericks defeated Coalfield 26-13 Thursday night, avenging an earlier loss to the Lady Yellow Jackets this season.
Anderson County darted out to a fast start and built a 26-0 halftime lead.
The Lady Mavericks added the game after a cancellation.
“Stone Memorial canceled on us, so we played Coalfield again,” Anderson County Coach Jonathan Cotton said. “We were ahead 26-0 at halftime and we subbed down.”
Kiena Gillum went 6 of 11 through the air for 161 yards, with three touchdown passes and two interceptions.
Jocelyn Amos caught a 61-yard touchdown pass for Anderson County.
Chloe Freeman had three receptions for 62 yards and a touchdown, while Anaya Witkowski added three catches for 62 yards and a score.
Witkowski made an impact on defense with three interceptions.
On Tuesday, April 7, the Lady Mavericks routed Karns 38-6.
Gillum emerged as a dual threat against the Lady Beavers. She completed 6 of 15 passes for 119 yards and three touchdowns. She also rushed for 41 yards and a touchdown on five carries.
Carly Whitson also played quarterback against Karns. She completed 4 of 12 passes for 112 yards and a touchdown.
Amos had 125 receiving yards and caught three touchdown passes. Vaeya Torkelson hauled in a 66-yard touchdown reception, and Freeman added an 11-yard rushing touchdown.
