Marshall defeated Greenville 35-33 at Dennis Parker Field at Maverick Stadium. The win moved Marshall to 3-5 overall and 2-3 in District 6-5A play. Greenville fell to 0-8 overall and 0-5 in district games.
Justin Lattin led Marshall's ground game with 23 carries for 141 yards and four touchdowns, the story said. Denijh Montgomery added 20 carries for 82 yards. For Greenville, Edward Fluellen carried 13 times for 125 yards and two touchdowns, and Jeremiah Freeman went 5-11 passing for 46 yards with two interceptions.
Marshall head coach Jason Hammett said the team had to respond after its loss to Mount Pleasant. He said the team has shown progress and is working on confidence. Hammett also said Jack Weaver and TJ Roberson split snaps at quarterback for the second straight game and praised both players' character.