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The Oxford Chargers staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Clinton Arrows 33-23 in a vital Region 2-7A game. Knox Kiffin’s pivotal play led the Chargers to their second consecutive region win, keeping them unbeaten at 3-0 in the region. After trailing at halftime, strong performances in the second half, including a key defensive play from K.J. Dukes, tilted the momentum in favor of Oxford as they improved their overall record to 7-1.
Oxford, Alabama – The Oxford Chargers staged a remarkable comeback win against the Clinton Arrows on Friday night, emerging victorious with a final score of 33-23 in a crucial Region 2-7A showdown. This victory marks Oxford’s second consecutive week of essential region wins, keeping them unbeaten in the region with a record of 3-0.
Knox Kiffin led the team with a dazzling performance in the second half, completing 9-of-16 passes for 186 yards and tossing two touchdown passes. The Chargers now hold an overall record of 7-1, as they continue to build momentum in one of the toughest football regions in the state.
After trailing 16-7 at halftime, Oxford faced a challenging start to the second half. Clinton quickly extended their lead to 23-7 with a 37-yard touchdown run by Jayden Jones. However, the Chargers responded by narrowing the gap to 23-15. Kiffin connected with Christian Fields for a 37-yard touchdown pass, followed by a successful two-point conversion.
The momentum shifted in favor of Oxford when K.J. Dukes made a pivotal defensive play, stripping the ball from Jones and returning it 38 yards for a touchdown, thus tying the game at 23-23. The Chargers continued their surge as Weldon Wilkinson recovered a fumble, allowing Demar Jamerson to score on a 35-yard touchdown run, putting Oxford ahead at 30-23.
In the final moments, Michael Thompson secured Oxford’s victory with a 48-yard field goal, extending the lead to 33-23. The Chargers’ defense remained strong, with Collin Flanigan intercepting a pass on Clinton’s subsequent drive, solidifying the win.
Clinton’s performance was highlighted by Jayden Jones, who rushed for 126 yards and passed for an additional 122 yards, contributing one touchdown. The loss brought Clinton’s overall record to 4-4 and their region record to 1-2.
This match marked the fourth time this season that the Chargers overcame a double-digit deficit at halftime to clinch victory. Oxford’s head coach praised the team’s resilience and the crucial need to minimize mistakes in the second half, which proved vital in their comeback effort.
Knox Kiffin’s outstanding debut as a starting quarterback comes after he led the Chargers to an exciting overtime victory against Germantown just weeks ago. His leadership and ability to perform under pressure were critical components in Oxford’s successful game against Clinton.
As the season progresses, the Oxford Chargers continue to enhance their playoff chances and confidence within a highly competitive region.
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