The Boone Braves will challenge the Timber Creek Wolves at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Given that both suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this matchup.
Last Friday, Boone was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 35-31 to Ocoee. The Braves have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Despite their defeat, Boone saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Isaiah Mizell, who picked up 170 receiving yards and two touchdowns, was perhaps the best of all. Mizell was no stranger to the big play, cutting upfield on a catch that went for 60 yards. Another passer making a difference was Sam Johnson, who threw for 303 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 12.6 yards per attempt.
Meanwhile, Timber Creek came up short against Hagerty on Friday, falling 49-26. The Wolves have struggled against the Huskies recently, as their game on Friday was their third consecutive lost matchup.
Boone now has a losing record at 2-3. As for Timber Creek, their loss dropped their record down to 1-4.
Boone strolled past Timber Creek in their previous meeting back in August of 2023 by a score of 31-13. One of the biggest obstacles trying to stand in the way of that victory was Timber Creek's Nathaniel Hull, who rushed for 104 yards and two touchdowns. Now that he won't be playing on Friday, will it be easier for Boone to walk away with another win? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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