Des Moines North was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They were beaten by the Jefferson Hawks 53-6. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Polar Bears of the 41-8 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2023.
Vernon Benda had an outrageously good game for Jefferson as he threw for 311 yards and four touchdowns on only 18 passes. Benda is on a roll when it comes to passing touchdowns, as he's now passed for three or more in the last three games he's played dating back to last season. Lloydson Nyenow Jr was another key player, picking up 189 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Des Moines North's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Jefferson, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-0.
Des Moines North will head out to square off against Lincoln at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Des Moines North is facing Lincoln at the right time seeing as Lincoln is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Jefferson, they will challenge Des Moines East at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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