Marshall Mavericks (Marshall, TX) followers went home in high spirits Thursday as they saw their football team tip the visiting Tyler Lions (Tyler, TX), 12-6 in a non-league battle.

With the win, Marshall advances its record to 1-0 on the campaign. The Mavericks host Longview (Longview, TX) to meet the Lobos in a non-league match on Thursday, September 4. The Lobos come into the match with a record of 0-0.

Coming up next, the Lions meet the Tyler Legacy Raiders (Tyler, TX) in a non-league match, on Thursday, September 4. Tyler will attempt to upgrade on its 0-1 season record. The Raiders come into the match with a 0-1 record after their 34-21 non-league loss to Texas (Texarkana, TX).