Lawrence won the last time they faced Junction City, and things went their way on Thursday too. The Lawrence Lions came out on top against the Junction City Bluejays by a score of 69-56. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Lions.
Leading Lawrence to victory were Banks Bowen and Tahj Edwards. Bowen rushed for 210 yards and two touchdowns on only 11 carries, while Edwards gained 264 total yards and three touchdowns. That's the most rushing yards Bowen has posted since back in September of 2023. Jaxon Becker was another key player, picking up 102 receiving yards and three touchdowns.
Lawrence's win bumped their record up to 2-0. As for Junction City, their loss dropped their record down to 1-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lawrence will face off against Olathe North at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Junction City, they will square off against Northwest at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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