Mannford scored the most points they've had all season on Thursday, but it wasn't enough. They took a 35-25 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Lone Grove Longhorns. The Pirates' loss continues a trend for the squad, making it five in a row.
When it comes to explaining why Mannford lost, don't look at Max Moore. Despite the final result, he rushed for 60 yards and two touchdowns, and also threw for 222 yards and a touchdown. That's the most rushing yards Moore has posted since back in October of 2023.
Mannford's record is now 1-6. As for Lone Grove, the win snapped their losing streak at seven games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 1-6 record.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Mannford will venture away from home to face off against Victory Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Lone Grove, they will head out on the road to take on Perkins-Tryon at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Perkins-Tryon knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 points or more in their past three contests -- so hopefully Lone Grove likes a good challenge.
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