Friendly extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Saturday, dropping them down to 0-2. They came up short against the KIPP College Prep Panthers, falling 34-8. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Patriots of the 34-27 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in October of 2022.
As for KIPP College Prep, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it. Those wins came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered a grand total of 28 points this season.
Gregory Simon was a one-man wrecking crew as he rushed for 113 yards and two scores on only eight carries. Those 113 rushing yards gave him a new career-high. Messiah Lewis was another key player, picking up 127 receiving yards and one touchdown.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Friendly will host Central at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. This will be the Patriots' first chance to prove their worth in the conference. As for KIPP College Prep, they will look to take advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they take on Coolidge at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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