Pirates plow through Wills Point, 55-14

By Seth Hudson

The Pittsburg Pirates opened up the 2013 season with a big win at home against the Wills Point Tigers Friday night, defeating the visitors 55-14.  Senior quarterback Garrett Truitt completed 10 of 15 passes with no interceptions and 4 touchdowns, racking up 218 yards.  The Pirates had 254 yards rushing with junior Teriyan Cuba amassing 129 and senior DeQuaveon Douglas gaining 73.  Junior defensive back Tyler Lafayette had two interceptions for Pittsburg, and senior Markevius Traylor had one.  Wills Point quarterback Chase Pemberton completed 6 of 16 passes, one for a touchdown and three interceptions with a total of 114 yards, plus 130 yards on the ground.  Tiger’s running back Dominique Granville had 119 yards rushing, and receiver Jah Golden had 105 yards and a touchdown.