Mize and Loyd Star squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Mize had to settle for second. They took a 38-32 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Loyd Star Hornets. While the Bulldogs didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Hornets 14-7 in the first quarter.
When it comes to explaining why Mize lost, don't look at Sage Warren. Despite the final result, he rushed for 180 yards and two touchdowns on only 13 carries. Mize is 6-1 when Warren posts two or more rushing touchdowns, but 2-3 otherwise.
Jordyn Kees continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines for Loyd Star, rushing for 260 yards and four touchdowns. Kees' rushing production has been exceptional for a while as that marked his ninth straight game with at least 140 rushing yards. Loyd Star also got help from Tristan Fortenberry, who showed off his sure hands for 89 receiving yards.
The defeat snapped Mize's winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 8-4 record. As for Loyd Star, the victory (which was their tenth in a row) raised their record to 10-2.
Mize does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Loyd Star, they will welcome Raleigh at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (Loyd Star has won ten straight at home dating back to last season, while Raleigh won five straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
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