Football Recap: Russell Falls to Thomas More Prep-Marian in First Game of Season
By Team Reports
Sep 16, 2024, 12:06pm
Football Recap: Russell Broncos vs. Thomas More Prep-Marian Monarchs
Russell couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were just a hair shy of victory on Friday and fell 7-6 to the Thomas More Prep-Marian Monarchs. The Broncos were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Monarchs apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2023.
Despite the loss, Russell still got an impressive performance from Walker Middleton, who rushed for 83 yards and a touchdown, and also picked up 45 receiving yards. Middleton's longest rush was for an incredible 83 yards.
Russell will look to defend their home field on Friday against Oakley at 7:00 p.m. As for Thomas More Prep-Marian, they will welcome Norton at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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