Hampton Downs Johnson County in Annual Rivalry Matchup

Hampton downs Johnson County in annual rivalry matchup

ELIZABETHTON — Friday night marked the 76th time the Bulldogs and Longhorns have tangled on the gridiron. And, just like in many years past, the ground game told the story.

Hampton overcomes penalties to top Johnson County 36-20 - Elizabethton Star

Star Correspondent Despite a penalty-plagued first half, Hampton held off Johnson County 36-20 on Friday night to improve to 2-0 on the season. The Bulldogs were flagged seven times in the first two quarters, extending two Longhorn drives. Johnson County (1-1) capitalized with a 43-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Johnathan Lisi to Chris Wilson and a 1-yard scoring run by Lisi. Both 2-point tries failed, leaving Hampton ahead 14-12 at halfti…