Defending their turf

Mamou holds on to win despite late VPHS charge
  • Sheamus Frank (23) gains yardage for his Mamou Green Demons against Ville Platte High. In the game, Frank went on to score his first touchdown of the season on his team’s way to a 36-31 win on homecoming night. (Gazette photo by Sylis Manuel)
    Sheamus Frank (23) gains yardage for his Mamou Green Demons against Ville Platte High. In the game, Frank went on to score his first touchdown of the season on his team’s way to a 36-31 win on homecoming night. (Gazette photo by Sylis Manuel)
By: SYLIS MANUEL Staff Reporter MAMOU – The Mamou Green Demons successfully defended their home turf on homecoming night Friday, defeating the Ville Platte Bulldogs 36-31 after fending off a last minute comeback attempt from the Bulldogs. With the win, Mamou improves to 3-2 on the season and 2-1 in district contest. They will host the Oakdale Warriors next Friday for their second-to-last home…

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