Liberal was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat dating back to last season. They lost 46-26 to the Osceola Indians. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Bulldogs of the 56-40 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2023.
Osceola got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Beau Hoeme out in front who rushed for 125 yards and three touchdowns on only 15 carries. The dominant performance also gave Hoeme a new career-high in rushing yards. Will Murray was another key rusher, rushing for 161 yards and two touchdowns.
Liberal's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Osceola, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Liberal will challenge New Heights Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. New Heights Christian Academy knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 point or more in their past three matches -- so hopefully Liberal likes a good challenge. As for Osceola, they are taking a road trip to square off against Archie at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Archie will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Osceola surely won't give up without a fight.
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