After flying high against DeSoto County last Friday, Mulberry came back down to earth. The Panthers were outmatched by the Frostproof Bulldogs and fell 44-12. The Panthers lost against the Bulldogs in their previous head to head back in October of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 22-16 score last time.
Despite the defeat, Mulberry saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Josiah Cobbett picked up 158 receiving yards and two TDs.
Mulberry dropped their record down to 3-5 with the loss, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season. As for Frostproof, the victory (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 7-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Mulberry will venture away from home to square off against North Port at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Frostproof, they will head out to face off against Fort Meade at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The two teams have allowed few points on average (the Bulldogs 13.8, the Miners 9.4) so any points scored will be well earned.
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