Collierville, TN — Dragon Stadium was abuzz with energy Friday night as the Collierville Dragons took center stage for an electrifying home opener at Landers SportsPlex. In front of a roaring crowd of 5,000, the Dragons dazzled with a decisive 29-19 win over the Bartlett Panthers.
From the very first play, the Dragons made their intentions clear. Quarterback Grant Troutman connected with Bradley Stubbs on a slant, who sprinted 73 yards into the end zone. The excitement didn’t stop there as the Dragons opted for a two-point conversion, successfully executed by a jump pass from AJ Greene to Marshall Smith.
Bartlett managed to score on their opening drive but missed the extra point attempt, leaving the score at 8-6. However, the Dragons quickly answered with another spectacular play. Troutman connected with his top receiver, Emmanuel Palmer, on the same route as the previous touchdown for an impressive 80-yard score, making the Dragons on top 15-6 at the end of the first quarter.
The Dragons' creativity was on full display in the second quarter with a trick play that saw Stubbs link up with Palmer for another touchdown. The third quarter saw Troutman add to the tally with a quarterback keeper, further extending Collierville’s lead.
Despite a determined rally by Bartlett in the fourth quarter, which included a pair of touchdowns, the Panthers couldn’t close the gap. The Dragons held their ground, securing a 29-19 victory.
With the win, Collierville improves to a perfect 3-0 for the season. They will look to extend their winning streak to four games next Thursday night, hosting the Douglass Red Devils at Dragon Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m., and fans can expect another exciting night of football action. It is highly recommended to purchase tickets well in advance to avoid the anticipated long lines at the gate.
