A win for Reading just wasn't in the cards on Friday as the team wasn't able to take the lead at any point. They were outmatched by the Oxford Hornets on the road and fell 42-14. The Red KNights have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Leading Oxford to victory were Aiden Kane and Joel Mcclain. Kane rushed for 126 yards and three touchdowns on only eight carries, while Mcclain rushed for 90 yards and two touchdowns on only 12 carries. Kane's longest rush was for an impressive 58 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Jalen Mcclain made the highlight reel by snagging an interception and taking it all the way to the house.
Reading's loss dropped their record down to 2-7. As for Oxford, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 6-3 record this season.
Reading is taking a road trip to square off against Hempfield at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Reading is facing Hempfield at the right time seeing as Hempfield is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Oxford, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Kennett at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Kennett will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Oxford surely won't give up without a fight.
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