Two teams were on the hunt for playoff glory, but unfortunately for The College Heights Christian Cougars, they weren't the ones who walked away with it. They took a 44-28 bruising from Liberal on Friday. College Heights Christian was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Liberal apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September.
Quincy Bazal had a dynamite game for Liberal, rushing for 62 yards and three touchdowns on only seven carries, while also picking up 82 receiving yards. Liberal also got a significant boost from Nolan Shaw, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 87 yards.
Liberal's defense stepped up as well, laying out the QB 3.5 times. Leading the way was Isaac Edwards and his two sacks.
College Heights Christian's loss dropped their record down to 6-4. As for Liberal, their win bumped their record up to 4-6.
College Heights Christian does not have any more games scheduled as of now. Liberal will take on Lockwood at TBD on Friday. Lockwood will be looking to extend their current eight-game winning streak.
