The McNeil Mavericks will head out on the road to take on the Stony Point Tigers at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Given that both suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
Last Friday, McNeil was beaten by Round Rock 45-14. While losing is never fun, the Mavericks can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Texas football rankings (they are ranked 249th, while the Dragons are ranked 45th).
Meanwhile, Stony Point was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell just short of Vista Ridge by a score of 38-35. One positive for the Tigers, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Despite their defeat, Stony Point saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Erin Bolton, who picked up 125 receiving yards and a touchdown, and also rushed for 60 yards and a touchdown, was perhaps the best of all. Bolton was no stranger to the big play, connecting on a big catch that went for 64 yards. Another signal caller making a difference was Mason Troyer, who threw for 152 yards and three touchdowns on only eight passes.
McNeil's loss dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Stony Point, their defeat dropped their record down to an identical 1-3.
Everything came up roses for McNeil against Stony Point in their previous meeting back in October of 2023, as the team secured a 52-21 victory. Will McNeil repeat their success, or does Stony Point have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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