Two Minute Read.
August 23, 2024
NASHVILLE,TN–In an exciting football 2024 season opener , Hillsboro triumphed over McGavock with a score of 25 to 14, showcasing their skills on McGavock’s brand new turf field. The Tennessee titans, over the next 4 years will be converting ever MNPS school’s football field to turf. McGavock High School is the 5th school to get its new field.
Hillsboro’s offense was led by quarterback Trey Hodges, who completed 10 of 14 passes for 168 yards and threw for two touchdowns. The ground game was powered by Dom Hamer, who carried the ball 11 times for an impressive 116 yards and scored one touchdown, providing a strong presence in the backfield.
In the receiving department, several players made key contributions. Wide reciever, Sylrelle Burton, caught two passes for 26 yards and secured a touchdown, while Joshua Cartmell added three receptions for 48 yards and also found the end zone. Zion Puckett was a standout with two receptions for 78 yards, contributing significantly to the team’s offensive efforts. Micheal Bennett Jr. and Trevor Hobbs added depth to the passing game with two and one receptions, respectively, totaling 9 and 12 yards.
Overall, Hillsboro’s balanced offensive attack and solid defensive performance led to a well-deserved victory in Week 1 of the 2024 TSSAA football season.
Defensive Standouts: On the defensive side, Hillsboro showcased a strong performance, with several players making impactful plays:
- Zion Puckett: 3 tackles and 1 interception
- Joshua Cartmell: 4 tackles
- Micheal Bennett Jr.: 5 tackles
- Karreon Woodruff: 7 tackles
- Sylrelle Burton: 3 tackles, 1 interception, and returned it for a touchdown
- Glen Richardson: 3 tackles, 2 for loss
Additional contributions came from Xavior. Lockett, Josiah Stewart, Markel Hamm, and Justin Carrethers, each adding solid defensive plays.
Special Teams: Caleb Durnin handled punting and kickoff duties effectively, with 3 punts totaling 135 yards and 6 kickoffs for 161 yards. He also converted 1 out of 3 extra point attempts.
Overall, Hillsboro’s balanced offensive attack and sturdy defensive effort led to a well-deserved victory, setting a positive tone for the season ahead on McGavock’s new turf.
UP NEXT….
Football Senior Night, August 30th against Overton High School…..All tickets at Gofan.co …….Entrance on South end of football field…..Hillsboro abides by the clear bag policy.
WEEK 1 TSSAA Football Scores
Middle
| Antioch 34, Lebanon 22 |
| Beech 38, Station Camp 17 |
| BGA 68, Knoxville Webb 41 |
| Brentwood 24, Blackman 14 |
| Camden 44, Waverly 0 |
| Clarksville 34, Montgomery Central 3 |
| Clay Co. 42, York Institute 30 |
| Coffee Co. 49, Franklin Co. 0 |
| Columbia Academy 42, MTCS 20 |
| Cookeville 35, Stone Memorial 12 |
| CPA 31, Brentwood Academy 24 (Sat) |
| Creek Wood 28, Dickson Co. 14 |
| Cumberland Co. 38, Scott 14 |
| DCA 56, Ezell-Harding 6 |
| DeKalb Co. 28, Warren Co. 14 |
| East Hickman 41, Fairview 35 |
| East Nashville 39, JPII 31 |
| East Robertson 30, Liberty Creek 0 |
| ECS 35, Goodpasture 17 |
| Ensworth 41, Tennessee Heat 6 |
| Father Ryan 49, Nashville Overton 7 |
| First Academy, FL 28, Lipscomb Academy 23 (Thu) |
| Forrest 40, Watertown 34 |
| FRA 44, Kenwood 13 |
| Franklin 22, Centennial 21 |
| Friendship Christian 46, Clarksville Academy 7 |
| Gordonsville 20, Smith Co. 6 |
| Green Hill 41, Clarksville Northeast 7 |
| Greenfield 14, Perry Co. 10 |
| Hendersonville 19, Gallatin 16 |
| Hillsboro 25, McGavock 14 |
| Houston Co. 41, Hickman Co. 8 |
| Hunters Lane 34, Maplewood 3 |
| Jackson Co. 28, Clinton Co, KY 14 |
| James Lawson 27, Cheatham Co. 22 |
| KIPP Memphis 28, Robertson Innovation 21 |
| Kirkwood 41, Sycamore 6 |
| Lewis Co. 64, Community 6 |
| Lincoln Co. 42, Richland 14 |
| Livingston Academy 37, Trousdale Co. 6 |
| Loretto 35, Collinwood 0 |
| Macon Co. 31, Westmoreland 7 (Sat) |
| Marshall Co. 25, Columbia 22 |
| MBA 20, Pearl Cohn 18 |
| McEwen 27, Jo Byrns 26 |
| Monterey 21, Cannon Co. 7 |
| Moore Co. 33, Cascade 7 |
| Mt. Juliet 50, Cane Ridge 0 |
| Mt. Juliet Christian 31, RePublic 12 (Thu) |
| Mt. Pleasant 37, Wayne Co. 6 |
| Nashville Christian 33, Davidson Academy 17 |
| Nolensville 24, Rockvale 21 |
| Oakdale 46, Pickett Co. 6 |
| Oakland 35, Independence 0 |
| Page 28, Giles Co. 0 |
| Portland 21, White House 20 (Thu) |
| Providence Christian 14, Eagleville 6 (Thu) |
| Red Boiling Springs 53, Sunbright 0 |
| Riverdale 24, Smyrna 14 |
| Rossview 22, Wilson Central 14 |
| Shelbyville 34, Siegel 22 (Thu) |
| Springfield 34, Greenbrier 0 |
| Stewarts Creek 33, Tullahoma 21 |
| Stratford 48, Glencliff 6 |
| Summertown 14, Lawrence Co. 0 |
| Summit 28, Spring Hill 16 |
| Upperman 48, Fayetteville 6 |
| Webb School 56, Cornersville 6 |
| West Creek 13, LaVergne 8 |
| White Co. 42, Silverdale 16 |
| White House Heritage 41, Harpeth 25 |
| Whites Creek 50, Wooddale 34 |
| Whitwell 27, Huntland 0 |
