CONWAY — The Kennett High football team broke into the win column in style on Friday night by turning in a dominating first-half performance against Pembroke Academy at Gary Millen Stadium. The Eagles clicked offensively and forced four turnovers on defense to lead 35-0 at halftime on their way to a convincing 35-6 victory.
The win lifted the Eagles to 1-2 in Division II play, while the Spartans fell to 0-3.
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