Iraan lost to Compass Academy back in September of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Iraan Braves were the clear victor by a 34-14 margin over Compass Academy. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Braves.
Tristan Griffin had an outrageously good game as he rushed for 286 yards and a touchdown while picking up 11.0 yards per carry. The dominant performance gave him a new career-high in rushing yards. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Aiden Mendoza, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Iraan was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 383 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Compass Academy only rushed for 88.
On the defensive side of the ball, a lot of the credit has to go to Iraan's defense and their three sacks. Leading the way was Cade Cravens with two. He is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made five or more in the last three games he's played dating back to last season.
Iraan's win ended a three-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-0. As for Compass Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 0-2.
Iraan will face off against Crane at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Compass Academy, they will challenge Reagan County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hopefully Compass Academy focused on turnovers this week as team gave up five on Friday.
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