For the first time this season, Chester will have a chance to prove themselves in a conference matchup. They will challenge the Apple Springs Eagles at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. One thing working in Chester's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season.
Chester took a loss when they played away from home last Thursday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Friday. They claimed a resounding 70-24 victory over Legacy Christian Academy. The final result isn't all that surprising considering the Yellowjackets' considerable advantage in MaxPreps' Texas football rankings (they are ranked fifth, while the Warriors are ranked 51st).
Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Apple Springs). They breezed past Trinidad to the tune of 67-35 last Friday. The Eagles might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three games by 32 points or more this season.
Apple Springs' win was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 4-3. Those road victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 52.2 points over those games. As for Chester, their win bumped their record up to 5-1.
Everything came up roses for Chester against Apple Springs when the teams last played back in October of 2024, as the team secured an 84-39 victory. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Yellowjackets since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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