Granada-Huntley-East Chain/Truman couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were just a hair shy of victory on Thursday and fell 7-6 to the Heron Lake-Okabena/Fulda Coyotes. The Mustangs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Coyotes apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in August of 2023.
When it comes to explaining why Granada-Huntley-East Chain/Truman lost, don't look at Ashton Spear. Despite the final result, he rushed for 135 yards and a touchdown.
Heron Lake-Okabena/Fulda can attribute much of their success to Owen Olsem, who rushed for 79 yards and a touchdown.
Granada-Huntley-East Chain/Truman will face off against Nicollet at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Granada-Huntley-East Chain/Truman is no doubt hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Heron Lake-Okabena/Fulda, they will look to take advantage of their home-field for the first time this season as they take on Madelia at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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