The East Carter defense tackles Russell's Andre Richardson Crews on Friday evening in Grayson. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Russell head coach, TJ Maynard talks with his team during a timeout against East Carter on Friday evening in Grayson. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT

Charlie Terry of East Carter sweeps to the outside against Russell on Friday evening in Grayson. MARTY CONLEY/ FOR THE DAILY INDEPENDENT