Mabank's game on Friday was all tied up 17-17 at the half, but sadly for them it didn't stay that way. They took a 38-27 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Wills Point Tigers. The Panthers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tigers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2021.
Despite the loss, Mabank still got an impressive performance from Kaden Penland, who threw for 160 yards and two touchdowns on only 15 passes.
Mabank's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Case Holt and Racer Mccullough.
Jett Fletcher had an outrageously good game for Wills Point as he rushed for 261 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 9.7 yards per carry. Fletcher showed off some serious burst, turning on the jets for a run for 56 yards.
Mabank now has a losing record at 1-2. As for Wills Point, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
Mabank will welcome Canton at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Wills Point, they are taking a road trip to challenge Farmersville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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