Football Game Preview: Pope John Paul II vs. Independence

Independence will challenge Pope John Paul II on the road at 7:00 PM on Friday. Independence are expected to win -- but not by much -- so they will need to come into the matchup prepared for a fight.

Independence might have drawn first blood against Pine last Friday, but it was Pine who got the last laugh. Independence didn't finish too far behind, but the team still lost 24-28 to Pine.

Meanwhile, things haven't been easy for Pope John Paul II, and their contest last Friday only extended their streak of losses to five. They took a serious blow against Amite, falling 0-54. Pope John Paul II were in a tough position by the half, with the score sitting at 0-46.

Everything went Independence's way against Pope John Paul II the last time the two teams met as they made off with a 37-10 win. The rematch might be a little tougher for Independence since the team won't have home-field advantage. Watch the game and check back on MaxPreps to see if the change in venue makes a difference.

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