<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2E3zuM_1EsKJ0Qm00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2E3zuM_1EsKJ0Qm00" width="1264" height="1200" ><figcaption>Starkville Academy quarterback Knox Smith prepares to pass against Pillow Academy on Friday night. Jeremy Miller</figcaption></figure>Sophomore quarterback Knox Smith proved that he was up to the task in a big game for the Starkville Academy Volunteers.Even though the Vols lost a 35-26 decision in the first MAIS Class 4A, District 1 outing of the season to the Pillow Academy Mustangs, Smith put forth an effort to be proud about.With junior starting quarterback Sil Santucci out of action due to an injury, Starkville Academy head coach Jonathan Worrell gave the nod to Smith.Smith began the first quarter with an interception, but he eventually settled in. At the beginning of the second quarter, Smith launched a 48 yard touchdown pass.From there, Smith adapted and throw four touchdown passes for the night. For more on this story, read our news edition from the Saturday, September 5 weekend edition or click here to subscribe to our e-edition.</div></body>

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Sophomore quarterback Knox Smith proved that he was up to the task in a big game for the Starkville Academy Volunteers. Even though the Vols lost a 35-26 decision in the first MAIS Class 4A, District 1 outing of the season to the Pillow Academy Mustangs, Smith put forth an effort to be proud about.

Vols fall to Mustangs, Smith impressive in start

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Sophomore quarterback Knox Smith proved that he was up to the task in a big game for the Starkville Academy Volunteers. Even though the Vols lost a 35-26 d

Vols fall to Mustangs, Smith impressive in start

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