While the Hurricanes were falling in Thomasville, the Hornets enjoyed a 48-7 victory over Berrien High in Nashville.

“I think we are making some progress. We are doing some things better and I was very happy that we had no turnovers against Berrien,” said Scroggins.

Jawon Smith leads Cook in rushing with 457 yards on 52 carries, an average of 8.8 yards per carry. Smith also has eight touchdowns on the year.

Shannon Brown has 451 yards on 53 carries and five scores, while Thad Williams has 232 yards on 51 carries.

Quarterback T.J. Payne has rushed for 151 yards on 16 carries. He also has completed 20-of-59 passes for 309 yards.

“We seem to be throwing the ball a bit better,” said Scroggins.

Williams has been Payne’s favorite target as he has caught 18 passes for 156 yards.

“They have a lot of quickness, they are a typical Cook team,” Pruitt said.

Jemea Thomas leads the Hurricanes with 567 yards rushing on 63 carries. He also has seven touchdowns on the year.

Larry King has rushed 63 times for 411 yards and six scores, while Nick Williams has rushed for 360 yards on 59 carries.

Trenton Pruitt has 276 yards rushing on 52 carries and has caught 20 passes for 180 more yards.

Brad Taylor has completed 44-of-99 passes for 564 yards and six touchdowns.

Thomas has eight catches for 128 yards and R.J. Davis has seven catches for 150 yards.

“They are a mighty good football team,” said Scroggins. “They are a well-oiled machine on offense.”

The Cook coach continued, “I think we have improved a lot this year. I am just hoping we can have a real good football game and stay close to them and hopefully win at the end. They will be a good measuring stick for us.”