Bangs extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to eight on Friday, dropping them down to 0-2. They were three points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 29-26 heartbreaker at the hands of the Merkel Badgers. Despite 192 more yards than the Badgers, the Dragons couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
Jaxon Duncan threw for 142 yards and one TD. Jayden Robinson was his top target, picking up 55 receiving yards. On the ground, Cason Tidwell rushed for 183 yards and a pair of scores.
As for Merkel, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it. The wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 33.5 points this season.
Merkel found their leader in sophomore Easton Malone, who threw for 157 yards and four touchdowns, and also rushed for 37 yards. Mayson Prieto did his part for the team as well, scoring a TD off of 40 receiving yards.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bangs will look to takes advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they takes on Grape Creek at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Merkel, they will challenge Hawley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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