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Elton buries Panthers, 57-44

Elton buries Panthers, 57-44

MERRYVILLE – The Elton Indians went into Merryville and destroyed yet another opponent on Friday night. The Indians recorded their first district win over a threeyear span by toppling the Panthers buy a final of 57-44. The win moves the Indians out to a 4-1 record on the season, and they will host district rival Gueydan this Thursday night at Cleve Beard Stadium.

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Elton Tops Panthers, 57-44

Elton Tops Panthers, 57-44

The Elton Indians lit up the Merryville scoreboard Friday night by claiming a 57-44 win over the Panthers. The win moves the Indians to 4-1 on the season, and they will return home Thursday night to take on the Gueydan Bears in another district 4-1A contest.

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