Stafford unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were dealt a 41-7 defeat at the hands of the Iowa Colony Pioneers on Friday. While losing is never fun, the Spartans can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Texas football rankings (they are ranked 359th, while the Pioneers are ranked 111th).
Iowa Colony's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Carson White, who threw for 164 yards and three TDs, and also rushed for 126 yards on only ten carries. Aaron Tenner helped out on the ground, rushing for 82 yards and two rushing touchdowns.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Stafford will host Bellville at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Iowa Colony, they will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against Crosby at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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