Bogue Chitto claws through Enterprise

Published 12:45 am Saturday, October 27, 2018

Bogue Chitto ruined Enterprise’s senior night as they clawed through the Yellow Jackets Friday night, winning by a final score of 53-22.

Although their season is officially done with, Enterprise has some bright things to look forward to next season. They ran the ball well all year long and had some close games that could’ve gone either way.

In a game heavy on rushing plays, the Bobcats made a few more plays than Enterprise to push their record to 6-5 and keep the Jackets a winless 0-10.

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“We could’ve played a little better on defense,” sad Bogue Chitto senior Damarcus Godbolt. “Offensively we were clicking. It was a great team win.”

“It was a great game,” said Bobcat lineman Davis Hart. “We played good on defense and had a great win.”

The Bobcats opened up the game starting on the 33-yard line and relied on their rushing to move down the field.

Bogue Chitto would score the game’s first touchdown as sophomore J.T. McCaffrey ran the ball in from the 10-yard line.

Hitting the two-point conversion, the Bobcats took an early 8-0 lead.

Bogue Chitto scored their second touchdown of the game with 3:18 left in the first as McCaffrey connected with junior Zack Upkins on a 45-yard pass.

Starting on the 27-yard line, Enterprise moved up the field on the legs of sophomore Jordan Stephans and junior Dylan Vaughn.

With the first quarter in the books, Enterprise started the second quarter on the 15-yard line and scored their first touchdown as Vaughn took the ball in from the six-yard line.

Following the ensuing kickoff, Bogue Chitto’s offense started on the 40-yard line.

Facing a fourth and five, the Bobcats picked up a new set of downs to keep their drive alive.

Bogue Chitto would score their third touchdown of the night as McCaffrey ran the ball into the end zone from the 13-yard line.

After back to back sportsman like penalties against the Bobcats, Bogue Chitto was unable to convert the two-point conversation.

The Bobcats scored the final touchdown of the first half as Godbolt ran the ball in from the 45-yard line off a reverse sweep.

Bogue Chitto led 28-8 at halftime.

The Bobcats would score the first touchdown of the second half as McCaffrey connected with Upkins, to take a 34-8 lead with 5:56 left in the third.

Marching down the field, Enterprise scored their second touchdown of the night as Vaughn took the ball in from the 19-yard line.

The Yellow Jackets would go for the two-point conversation but were unable to convert, trailing 34-14.

With time running out in the third quarter, Bogue Chitto would once again find the end zone as Godbolt broke from Enterprise defenders for a touchdown.

The Bobcats scored the first touchdown of the final frame on a 35-yard pass to take a 47-14 lead.

Bogue Chitto would score their final touchdown of the game on a 15-yard run.

Enterprise would score the game’s final touchdown off a 48-yard flea flicker with 66 seconds left in the game.

“We did a great job running the ball and the offensive line did a great job on controlling the line,” said Bogue Chitto coach Gareth Sartin. “Our backs ran hard all night. Upkins had some big plays for us. I couldn’t be prouder of the defense, they did an outstanding job at stopping the run. I’m proud of the kids and getting the win is a great way to end the regular season.”

“I’m proud of the kid’s effort throughout the season,” Enterprise coach Brooks Burns said. “I’m thankful for the seniors and their effort that they gave all year long.”

Bogue Chitto will host Madison-St. Joseph (5-6) Friday in round one of the 2A playoffs.

Story by Dave Linton