Herbert Hoover unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell just short of the Independence Patriots by a score of 37-34 on Thursday. The Huskies were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Patriots apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in August of 2024.
Independence was led to victory by Brock Green and Sylas Nelson. Green threw for 241 yards and a pair of TDs, while Nelson rushed for 91 yards.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Herbert Hoover will take on Winfield at 7:00 p.m. on September 5. The game will give the Huskies their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Independence, they will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Warren at 7:00 p.m. on September 12.
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