Football Preview: Shawnee Heights Thunderbirds vs. Leavenworth PIONEERS
The Shawnee Heights Thunderbirds will square off against the Leavenworth PIONEERS at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: both posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Last Friday, Shawnee Heights came up short against Basehor-Linwood and fell 42-35.
Despite their loss, Shawnee Heights saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Aiden Scott, who threw for 263 yards and three touchdowns, was perhaps the best of all. The team also got some help courtesy of AJ Gallegos, who picked up 96 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Shawnee Heights' defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Savion Ward and Cayden Lindsay.
Meanwhile, Leavenworth can finally bid farewell to their five-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Friday. They claimed a resounding 51-6 victory over Turner at home. The PIONEERS's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Shawnee Heights now has a losing record at 1-2. As for Leavenworth, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-3.
Everything came up roses for Shawnee Heights against Leavenworth in their previous meeting back in October of 2023 as the team secured a 47-7 victory. Does Shawnee Heights have another victory up their sleeve, or will Leavenworth turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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