Team of the Week Fort Payne

By Amy West Sports Reporter amy@southerntorch.com

ARAB, Ala– The Fort Payne Wildcats shut out No. 8-ranked Arab Knights 21-0 giving Arab its first loss of the season last Friday night.

In the first quarter, with :39 seconds left, Bennett Banks dove into the endzone from 1-yard out, giving the Fort Payne Wildcats the 7-0 lead.

Dax Varnadore connected with Skyler Cody with a 24-yard touchdown pass, with 5:16 remaining in the first half, making the score 14-0.

In the third quarter, Fort Payne forced a 3 and out for Arab. Alex Akins scored from 3-yards out to make the final score of the night, 21-0 .

“It was a great team win over a very good Arab team. Our team played physical and tough for the entire night.Once again, our defense was outstanding from start to finish” stated Fort Payne Head Football Coach Chris Elmore

The Fort Payne

Wildcats were named the Southern Torch Team of the week for their efforts.

The Fort Payne Wildcats will host the Lee Generals on Friday night.