Out-of-district matchup provides an opportunity for teams to prepare for upcoming playoffs
By Perry Swack – Sporting Times Reporter
Glasgow Scotties (4-2) @ Franklin-Simpson Wildcats (2-3)
James “Shadetree” Matthews Stadium – October 30, 2020 – 7:00pm
Last Game
Glasgow won at Casey County, 46-12
Franklin-Simpson won at Warren East, 35-28
2019 Meeting
Glasgow ended a five-game losing streak dating back to 2007, with a 28-21 win over Franklin-Simpson. Scottie QB Tanner Abernathy threw for 183 yards and two scores, while Nick Mitchell rushed for 66 yards and two rushing TDs in the win.
Last Five Meetings
2019 – Franklin-Simpson 21 @ Glasgow 28
2018 – Glasgow 21 @ Franklin-Simpson 48
2017 – Franklin-Simpson 35 @ Glasgow 19
2010 – Franklin-Simpson 28 @ Glasgow 17
2009 – Glasgow 14 @ Franklin-Simpson 34
Class 4A, District 2 Standings
Russell County 4-0
Allen County-Scottsville 3-1
Franklin-Simpson 2-2
Warren East 2-2
Warren Central 0-4
Class 3A, District 2 Standings
Taylor County 4-0
Glasgow 2-1
Adair County 1-1
Casey County 0-2
Hart County 0-3
Preview
Glasgow and Franklin-Simpson will be looking to build consistency for an upcoming playoff run when they face off Friday night in Franklin. The Wildcats have won consecutive games after losing their first three games of the season. It’s no secret that Franklin likes to run the ball. Max Chaney’s club ran 55 times (compared to five passes) in a 35-28 win over district rival Warren East last week. Branson Andrews led the attack with 88 yards, while Omar Harrison tallied 77 yards. Quarterback Luke Richardson rushed for three scores and threw for another in the win.
The Scotties are led by running back Hunter Scott. His 73 rushes for 461 yards and eight scores are tops on the team. Senior linebacker Mason Bragg leads the team in tackles with 27; Tad Shelton leads Glasgow with four sacks on the season. Glasgow QB John Myers was injured in an October 2 win over Logan County and has not played since then. Freshman Easton Jessie has filled in nicely in Myers’ absence and will be relied upon to facilitate the Scottie offense Friday night.
Prediction
Franklin-Simpson 34, Glasgow 30
DT Glasgow 27, Franklin-Simpson 21
The Scotties and Wildcats played an exciting game last season, and I predict the 2020 game will also be a thriller. Malik Carter was relatively held in check last week against the Raiders, but I think he will break out for a big game and rush for close to 100 yards. The teams will trade leads throughout the first three quarters, setting up an exciting final frame. With the game hanging in the balance, I predict Richardson will connect with Kyjuan Stutzman for a big score to give the Wildcats the lead. Glasgow will seek to rally behind Scott and Andrew Phillips, but the Franklin defense will hold strong.
Next Week
Glasgow hosts Adair County on November 6 at 7:00pm in a game that may decide which team hosts a playoff game in the opening round
Franklin-Simpson has one final tune-up on November 6 as they travel to Ohio County for a 7:00pm start
