Commerce Loses Opener To Dragons

It was not the way the Tigers nation had hoped to see their season open. After losing against in-county rival Jefferson for the first time in 12 years last season, Commerce was looking for revenge on Friday night.

But what they got instead was a second year of defeat at the hands of the Dragons, as Jefferson won 35-14.

Jefferson got on the board early, and stayed on top, leading 21-0 going into halftime.

The Tigers came to life in the second half, and scored halfway through the third quarter to get on the board and attempt to mount a charge.

But Jefferson answered moments later with a touchdown on a quarterback keeper to move further ahead, 28-7.

Jefferson would score again, as would Commerce, but as hard as the Tigers tried to fight back, it was clear that Jefferson was in charge on the field.

Commerce will travel to Morgan County for their next game on Friday. Kick off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

For more, check Wednesday's edition of The Commerce News.