Frankton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat dating back to last season. They received a blow as they fell 42-28 to the Alexandria-Monroe Tigers. The Eagles lost against the Tigers in their previous head to head back in October of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 35-0 score last time.
When it comes to explaining why Frankton lost, don't look at Nate Luzadder. Despite the final result, he rushed for 165 yards and a touchdown while picking up 7.9 yards per carry. Luzadder was no stranger to the big play, turning on the jets for a run that went for 58 yards. Frankton also got help from Brady Carmack, who showed off his sure hands for 85 receiving yards.
Frankton wouldn't let Alexandria-Monroe keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Frankton can thank Ace Barker and Anthony Tillery for forcing both of them.
Alexandria-Monroe got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Brady Gast out in front who threw for 266 yards and three touchdowns while completing 76.5% of his passes, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground. Gast also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, forcing a fumble and making five total tackles. Bryson Eckler was Gast's top target, picking up 144 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Frankton's loss dropped their record down to 0-7. As for Alexandria-Monroe, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 5-2.
Frankton will take on Blackford at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Frankton is facing Blackford at the right time seeing as Blackford is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Alexandria-Monroe, they are taking a road trip to challenge Madison-Grant at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Madison-Grant will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something Alexandria-Monroe surely won't give up without a fight.
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