Stigler came into Friday's match having lost six straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They came out on top against the Stilwell Indians by a score of 28-21 on Friday. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Panthers also won the last time the pair played back in September of 2023.
Leading Stigler to victory were Thunder Elza and Houston Perry. Elza gained 194 total yards, while Perry picked up 72 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Stigler was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 201 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Stilwell only rushed for 59.
Despite the loss, Stilwell still got an impressive performance from Brayton Carter, who picked up 241 receiving yards and a touchdown. Carter is crushing it when it comes to receiving yards: he's posted at least 112 every time he's taken the field this season. Juan Martinez was another key player, having thrown for 299 yards and onetouchdown.
Stigler's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Stilwell, they dropped their record down to 1-2 with the defeat, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season.
Stigler's road trip will continue as they head out to face Lincoln Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Lincoln Christian will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Stigler surely won't give up without a fight. As for Stilwell, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Poteau at 7:00 p.m.
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