Football Preview: East Newton Patriots vs. McDonald County Mustangs
East Newton hasn't had much luck against McDonald County recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The East Newton Patriots will take on the McDonald County Mustangs at 7:00 p.m.
East Newton is headed into Friday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fifth straight game on Friday. They were dealt a 63-21 defeat at the hands of Seneca. While losing is never fun, the Patriots can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Missouri football rankings (they are ranked 148th, while the Indians are ranked 16th).
Despite the loss, East Newton got top-tier performance from River Enlow, who rushed for 111 yards and two touchdowns on only 13 carries.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for McDonald County, who bounced back after a loss on the road two weeks ago. They simply couldn't be stopped on Friday as they easily beat Central 42-0 at home. The Mustangs' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
East Newton's defeat dropped their record down to 2-6. As for McDonald County, their record is now an identical 2-6.
East Newton suffered a grim 38-13 defeat to McDonald County in their previous meeting back in October of 2023. Can East Newton avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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