Elkhart was the 7-3 winner over Penn when they last played one another back in October of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Lions lost 34-12 to the Kingsmen on Friday. While losing is never fun, the Lions can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Indiana football rankings (they are ranked 98th, while the Kingsmen are ranked 28th).
Elkhart's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Alfonzo Newbern, who rushed for 114 yards and one touchdown on only ten carries. Newbern really tore up the turf during one magnificent 77-yard run. Elkhart also got help from TayShon Bardo, who showed off his sure hands for 93 receiving yards.
This is the second loss in a row for Elkhart and nudges their season record down to 4-3. As for Penn, the win keeps them at an undefeated 7-0.
Looking ahead, Elkhart will square off against Mishawaka Marian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Lions will be up against the Knights' rather soft defense (which has allowed 27 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Penn, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against New Prairie at 7:30 p.m.
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