Okmulgee had to hit the road for their first game and it wasn't the result they were hoping for. They were beaten by the Checotah Wildcats 62-28 on Friday. Sadly, the loss continues a streak the team started last season, making it 11 in a row.
Checotah's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Cole Rolland, who threw for 198 yards and five touchdowns while completing 77.8% of his passes, and also punched in a pair of TDs on the ground. The dominant performance also gave Rolland a new career-high in rushing touchdowns (two). Another pass catcher making a difference was Landynn Thomason, who picked up 129 receiving yards and three scores.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Okmulgee will venture away from home to square off against Mounds at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Checotah, they will head out to face off against Seminole at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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