Key Takeaways
- Ty Keys broke the Mississippi high school rushing record with 546 yards in a single game.
- Keys scored eight touchdowns, leading Poplarville to a 60-54 victory over Kiln Hancock.
- His performance has attracted attention from college recruiters, including Mississippi State and other Power 4 programs.
- Keys transformed his physical condition over the summer, increasing his weight to 210 pounds and improving his speed to a 4.4 forty.
- Poplarville improved to 2-0 on the season, showcasing strong offensive performances in both games.
Mississippi High School Football Record Shattered by Four-Star Recruit
POPLARVILLE, MS: According to 30.1, Mississippi high school football witnessed history Friday night as Poplarville’s Ty Keys shattered the state rushing record. The four-star recruit ran for 546 yards on 17 carries, breaking Jaley Adams’ 2015 record of 543 yards in a single game.
Keys dominated Kiln Hancock with eight touchdowns, leading Poplarville to a 60-54 victory. The Hornets improved to 2-0 on the season with another high-scoring performance. Keys’ record-breaking night showcased why he ranks as the No. 135 overall player and No. 10 running back nationally according to the Rivals Industry Ranking.
Mississippi High School Football Record Shattered
The junior season breakout performance came against a determined Hancock squad in Week 4 action. Keys averaged over 32 yards per carry while rewriting Mississippi high school football rushing records. His explosive showing helped Poplarville continue their perfect start after previously defeating Newton County in Week 3.
Poplarville entered Friday’s contest ranked No. 50 in the Mississippi On3 Massey Ratings. The Hornets have now secured two consecutive close victories, though this latest win featured plenty of offensive fireworks from both teams.
College Recruiting Offers Heating Up
Keys’ record-setting performance will certainly catch more attention from college recruiters. Mississippi State has actively pursued the four-star recruit throughout this cycle, with multiple trips to Starkville expected this season. His impressive offer list includes several Power 4 programs:
- Ole Miss
- Penn State
- Oregon
- Jackson State
The Mississippi state football recruiting battle for Keys intensified after his summer visit to Starkville. Keys spoke about his offseason preparation, focusing on physical improvements heading into his junior campaign.
Physical Development Shows Results
Keys transformed his body during the summer months, adding weight while improving his speed. “It’s been a good summer,” Keys said in early August. “I’m up to 210 pounds and running a 4.4 forty now. I’ve been trying to get my legs bigger and my upper body is huge right now.”
His dedicated training regimen included extensive conditioning work beyond regular team activities. Keys emphasized running hills and sand training to enhance his speed and agility. The results clearly showed Friday night as he dominated Mississippi prep football with his historic rushing performance.
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