Excelsior Springs lost against Central back in October of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Tigers had to suffer through a 49-14 loss at the hands of the Indians. While losing is never fun, the Tigers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Missouri football rankings (they are ranked 203rd, while the Indians are ranked 69th).
Central got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Braeyden Hale out in front who rushed for 55 yards, and also threw for 34 yards and one TD. That's the most passing yards Hale has posted since back in September of 2024. Another receiver making a difference was Kayden Fenwick, who picked up 53 receiving yards and a pair of scores.
Excelsior Springs' defeat dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Central, their win bumped their record up to 5-3.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Excelsior Springs will face off against Kearney at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Bulldogs' defense has only allowed 10.4 points per game this season, so the Tigers' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Central, they will square off against Park Hill South at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Indians will be up against the Panthers' rather soft defense (which has allowed 35.13 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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