Kickapoo couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They lost 30-7 to the Joplin Eagles on Friday. The Chiefs have struggled against the Eagles recently, as their game on Friday was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
Joplin's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Davin Thomas, who picked up 126 receiving yards and a touchdown. Thomas didn't just play on offense: he also picked up a sack and made ten total tackles (1.0 for loss). Another signal caller making a difference was Daniel Rose, who threw for 204 yards and two touchdowns on only 16 passes.
Kickapoo is headed away from home for the first time to take on Neosho at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Kickapoo is looking to tack on another W to their four-game streak on the road dating back to last season. As for Joplin, they will take on Lebanon at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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