Marion at Cheraw
Records: Marion 5-3, 2-1 Region 8-2A; Cheraw 5-3, 3-0
Last week: Dillon 34, Marion 12; Cheraw 40, Aynor 7
Last meeting: Cheraw 49, Marion 19 (Oct. 24, 2008)
Notes: Marion, Dillon and Cheraw are vying for the region title. The Swamp Foxes’ hopes took a hit last week with a loss to Dillon, forcing a critical matchup with the Braves this week. If Cheraw defeats Marion, next week’s game against Dillon will likely be for the region title. ... Marion is rushing for an average of 223 yards per game while the Cheraw defense has allowed an average of 171 yards per game.
South Florence at Conway
Records: South Florence 4-4, 0-2 Region 6-4A; Conway 4-4, 1-1
Last week: Carolina Forest 21, S. Florence 20; Hartsville 48, Conway 21
Last meeting: Conway 39, South Florence 21 (Oct. 24, 2008)
Notes: With Monday’s loss to Carolina Forest, the Bruins face a potential must-win against the Tigers if they hope to make the playoffs. South faces Conway, Hartsville and West Florence during its last three games. ... The Bruins’ defense is allowing an average of 26 points a game. Conway’s offense has averaged 17 points a game.
Crestwood at Darlington
Records: Crestwood 3-5, 0-3 Region 6-3A; Darlington 3-5, 1-2
Last week: Wilson 15, Crestwood 12; Camden 46, Darlington 42
Last meeting: Crestwood 21, Darlington 0 (Oct. 24, 2008)
Notes: The winner of Friday’s matchup has the inside track for at least the fourth and final playoff spot in the region. ... Dominique Cooper posted his second straight 150+ rushing yards game against Camden. Cooper finished with 202 the week before against Lakewood. It is the third such game for Cooper this season.

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