Groesbeck couldn't quite beat Grandview on Friday, but the two-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the 28-point loss they were dealt last Friday. The Groesbeck Goats fell just short of the Grandview Zebras by a score of 36-34. The Goats lost against the Zebras in their previous head to head back in October of 2019, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 42-0 score last time.
Despite the loss, Groesbeck still got an impressive performance from Trent Platt, who rushed for 89 yards and three touchdowns, and also threw for 112 yards and two touchdowns on only ten passes. Jordan Smith was another key player, rushing for 160 yards.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Groesbeck was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 260 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 180 rushing yards in three consecutive contests.
Groesbeck has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-3 record this season. As for Grandview, they now also have a winning record of 4-3.
Groesbeck will square off against West at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Groesbeck is looking to tack on another W to their three-game streak on the road. As for Grandview, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Maypearl at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Grandview is coming into the match hot, having won their last three games.
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