Avoyelles tops St. Martinville for third straight win

Avoyelles traveled to St. Martinville and spoiled the Tigers' homecoming with a 30-20 victory, earning its third straight win and improving to 4-3. Xavier Scott rushed for 125 yards on 16 carries, while Xavion Keller added 121 yards on 12 attempts. Quarterback Terraj Valant completed five passes for 89 yards with a touchdown and an interception. Kelvin Jones had three catches for 74 yards, including a touchdown.

Defensively, Kobe Smith led the way with 11 tackles, 2 sacks and 3 tackles for loss. Braxton Barnes added 9 tackles and recovered a fumble, while senior Jayden Williams had an interception. Coach Corey Bannister praised the team's effort and fight during its three-game winning streak. Avoyelles opens District 6-2A play Oct. 23 at Oakdale.