Cross Plains gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Friday. They skirted past the Haskell Indians 24-21. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Buffaloes also won the last time the pair played back in September of 2021.
When it comes to explaining why Haskell lost, don't look at Haegen Pinkerton. Despite the final result, he rushed for 145 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 8.5 yards per carry, and also threw for 218 yards and a touchdown. Ethan Camacho was Pinkerton's top target, picking up 107 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Cross Plains will take on Texas Leadership Charter Academy - Abilene at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Haskell, they will look to take advantage of their home-field for the first time this season as they take on Quanah at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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