Chelsea Improves to 6-0 With 35-6 Win over Chilton County

CHELSEA, AL – The Chelsea Hornets cruised a 35-6 win over The Chilton County Tigers in a Class 6A, Region 3 matchup Friday night in north Shelby County. 

The victory boosts the Hornets to 6-0 for the first time since 2005, a season that saw them advance to the Class 4A quarterfinals.  Chilton County slips to 2-5, 0-4 in region play. 

The Hornets overcame a slow start to secure a commanding victory, largely thanks to the explosive performance of running back Chase Stracener. After a stalled initial series, the Hornets’ offense found their rhythm late in the first quarter. Stracener was at the heart of a 12-play, 74-yard drive, carrying the ball six times and finishing with a 6-yard touchdown run to give the Hornets an early 7-0 lead.

Stracener’s impact didn’t stop there. The junior standout recorded three touchdowns throughout the night, including two on the ground and a 34-yard reception early in the third quarter. 

The Hornets solidified their lead in the second quarter, adding 21 points to the scoreboard. Stracener scored again with a 3-yard run, followed by quarterback Miller Bauman connecting with CJ Durbin for a spectacular 9-yard one-handed touchdown catch. Aiden Hughes also contributed with a 40-yard touchdown reception, sending the Hornets into halftime with a comfortable 28-0 advantage.

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Chelsea quarterback Miller Bauman showcased his skills by completing 18-of-24 pass attempts, amassing 200 yards and three touchdowns. Chase Stracener led the Hornet rushing attack with 163 yards on 20 carries, two touchdowns, and a reception for another score. Wide receiver CJ Durbin added to the offensive effort with nine catches for 74 yards and a touchdown. Aiden Hughes also found the end zone with a touchdown reception.

Head coach Todd Cassity’s Hornets are set to face another challenge next Thursday night, putting their unbeaten streak on the line against No. 3 Spain Park (6-0, 3-0) in a highly anticipated Shelby County showdown at Bob Finley Field.

Chilton County will look to bounce back as they travel to Ricky M. Cairns Memorial Stadium to take on the Calera Eagles (2-4, 1-2).