Royals lose to Ashland 36-14 in scrimmage

The Mason County Royals got off to a quick start but lost to the Ashland Tomcats 36-14 in a three-period scrimmage at Mason County tonight. Mason County recovered an onside kick and Josh Harris ran about 40 yards for a touchdown on the first play from scrimmage. Ashland answered with 28 consecutive points before Neal Pawsat threw a touchdown pass to Jordan Gilbert in the third period. Mason County opens the season next Friday night at Danville.