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Clay-Chalkville quarterback Aaron Frye (14) is chased down by Thompson defensive back Anquon Fegans (0) during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville outside linebacker NaKarius Allen (13) sacks Thompson quarterback Trent Seaborn (12) during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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The Clay-Chalkville marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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The Clay-Chalkville marching band entertains the crowd at halftime during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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The Clay-Chalkville cheerleaders entertain the crowd during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville quarterback Aaron Frye's (14) pass is deflected by Thompson defensive lineman Jared Smith (4) during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville's kicker punts the ball away during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville defensive lineman Randal Cole (0) and Patrick Smith (6) celebrate a fumble recovery during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville running back Aaron Osley (21) runs the ball during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville running back Aaron Osley (21) is tripped up by Thompson defensive back Anquon Fegans (0) during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville running back Joshua Woods (11) looks for an opening in the line of scrimmage during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville running back Joshua Woods (11) is tackled by Thompson defensive back Anquon Fegans (0) during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Thompson quarterback Trent Seaborn (12) avoids a tackle by Clay-Chalkville safety Ja'Carlos Hunter (9) during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville running back Joshua Woods (11) carries the ball during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville inside linebacker Isaiah Brown (15) and cornerback Deon Callins (7) break up a pass during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville quarterback Aaron Frye (14) runs the ball during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville tight end Jabari Staples (2) celebrates with his teammates after his touchdown in overtime during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville kicker Joseph Del-Toro (29) kicks the extra point in overtime during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville defensive lineman Patrick Smith (6) chases the quarterback during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville players celebrate their 14 to 13 overtime victory in a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville captains prepare to take the field before a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville students lead their team onto the field before a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville quarterback Aaron Frye (14) hands off the ball during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville quarterback Aaron Frye (14) runs the ball during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville quarterback Aaron Frye (14) avoids a tackle by Thompson defensive lineman Hayden McDonald (5) during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville head coach Stuart Floyd observes the game from the sideline during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville running back Joshua Woods (11) is tackled by Thompson linebacker Vinicius Pires (1) during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville kicker Joseph Del-Toro (29) kicks the extra point during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
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Clay-Chalkville defensive lineman Patrick Smith (6) rushes the quarterback during a game between Clay-Chalkville and Thompson on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala.
ALABASTER -- It came down to a personal foul, a missed extra point, and a sigh of relief as Clay-Chalkville High School took a 14-13 win over Thompson in overtime Friday night.
With the score tied 7-7 at the end of regulation, Clay-Chalkville got the ball for the first possession of overtime. On third-and-goal from the 7-yard line, the Cougars ran a reverse trick play that appeared to backfire until wide receiver Marlon Compton, running from defenders in the backfield, tossed the ball to a diving Jabari Staples for the score. The extra point by Joseph Del-Toro put the Cougars up 14-7.
On the ensuing Thompson possession, the Cougars defense held strong, forcing a fourth down from the 5-yard line. However, Thompson quarterback Trent Seaborn lobbed a prayer to the back corner of the end zone, connecting with Angel Jones for a touchdown. However, during the celebration, the Warriors were penalized 15 yards for unsportsmanlike conduct, forcing the extra point to be attempted from farther distance. John Alan McGuire’s 28-yard kick was wide right, giving the win to the Cougars.
Clay-Chalkville head coach Stuart Floyd said the win over Class 7A powerhouse Thompson is a testament to the Cougars’ resiliency, especially after almost letting the opportunity slip away.
“A lot of that’s on me. We have to do better, especially on the 1-yard line. They’re really good in the red zone and hard to score on anyway,” Floyd said. “I felt like if we punch one or two of those in, this game is out of reach because our defense played lights out tonight.”
Despite the close score and closer call, the Cougars were strong for three quarters, stuffing the high-flying Warriors offense in the process, but just couldn’t seem to put the game away early in the final period.
The Cougars took the game’s opening drive 80 yards, eating more than eight minutes off the clock, capped off by a 3-yard score by Joshua Woods. With rain drenching the teams, the defenses dominated the remainder of the first half, as the Cougars went into the locker room with a 7-0 lead.
Midway through the third quarter, the Cougars recovered a Thompson fumble on the Warriors’ 47-yard line. Led by junior quarterback Aaron Frye, the Cougars relied on tandem running backs Woods and Aaron Osley, driving the ball to the 1-yard line as the quarter came to an end.
However, the Cougars were unable to punch it in, turning the ball over on downs and putting it in the hands of Seaborn. The Warriors’ quarterback led an improbable 99-yard drive, most of the yardage gained on a 66-yard strike over the middle to receiver Darion Mosely. The Warriors scored on the next play to tie the game 7-7.
After another stalled Cougar drive, Thompson had one more shot to win the game. However, McGuire’s field goal attempt was wide right, sending the game into overtime, where the Cougars would come up big.
“The word ‘moxie’ is one of our pillars. We’re just resilient,” Floyd said. “When this team was down last year against Thompson twice and we were down to Saraland twice, our kids just don’t think they can be beat.”
Clay Chalkville gained 286 yards of total offense, 230 rushing and 36 passing, while giving up 298 yards to Thompson – over 150 of those yards in the 4th quarter.
With the win, Clay-Chalkville improves to 5-0 overall and will host Mountain Brook in 6A, Region 6 action next Friday.
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