COOKEVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Senior running back Corn Elder rushed for three touchdowns and 217 yards and Ensworth defeated Memphis University School 31-14 Thursday night to win its third straight TSSAA Division II-AA championship.

The game at Tennessee Tech's Tucker Stadium was the second time the teams met this season, with the Tigers (13-0) also beating the Owls (10-3) 35-28 in their season opener.

Elder, who had 32 carries, was named the game's offensive MVP, while Ensworth quarterback Andrew Bowers threw for 152 yards on 8-of-11 passing.

Senior safety Matt Bolton of Memphis University School was named the defensive MVP after recording 13 total tackles— nine solo and four assisted — as well as recovering a fumble.

The Owls' Jordan Rodgers threw for 151 yards and a touchdown on 20-for-37 passing.

Ensworth led 17-14 at halftime, shutting out Memphis University School in the second half.