The Atlantic Trojans opened up the refreshed Trojan Bowl with a well played 42-0 win over the Red Oak Tigers Friday night. The Trojans set the tone early driving 64 yards in 9 plays with a finishing 1 yard touchdown plunge by Bodie Johnson. Atlantic would hold the Tigers to -30 of offense in the first half and led 35-0 at the break.

Atlantic would go on to dominate time of possession 34:17 to 4:46 and the total yardage was in favor of the Trojans 321 to -18. Garrett McLaren finished 8-10 passing for 95 yards and 3 touchdowns. Korey Parrott went for 107 yards and 1 touchdown on the ground.

The Trojans improved to 6-1 with the homecoming victory and will have a first round bye in the playoffs. Atlantic completes a 5-0 run in Class 2A District 9 to run away with the District crown.

Red Oak falls to 0-7 on the season and will await their postseason pairing. Every team makes the playoffs this season.

Listen to the full postgame interview with Korey Parrott and Coach McDermott below. Watch the replay of the game HERE.

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