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Ashley scores twice as Pontotoc beats West Point 23-6 in region opener

October 10, 2026 Jon Myers

PONTOTOC — Nolan Ashley ran for two touchdowns, and Tim Jones intercepted two passes as Pontotoc opened Region 1-5A play with a 23-6 victory over West Point on Friday, Oct. 9.

The Warriors improved to 5-1 overall and 1-0 in the region, according to Pontotoc Athletics’ final-score update. Markavion Jones also scored a rushing touchdown.

Ashley, a sophomore quarterback, stepped in for Courtland Pass, Pontotoc Athletics reported. His two touchdown runs helped the Warriors start their region schedule with a win.

The loss dropped West Point to 0-6 overall, according to MaxPreps’ game report.

Pontotoc is scheduled to host Caledonia next Thursday, Oct. 15, at 7 p.m., according to the school’s athletics schedule.

Correction: An earlier version of this article misstated the final score and included an unsupported coaching attribution and game details. Pontotoc won 23-6. This article has been revised using Pontotoc Athletics’ updates and verified game information.