Lee's Summit had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They took a 21-13 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Liberty Blue Jays. The Tigers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Blue Jays apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in August of 2024.
Liberty was led to victory by Connor Hatfield and Colt Nolin. Hatfield rushed for 157 yards on only 12 carries, while Nolin rushed for 140 yards and two touchdowns. Those 140 rushing yards gave Nolin a new career-high. Grady Coppinger got in on the action too, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Coming up, Lee's Summit will face off against Blue Springs at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Liberty, they will take on St. James at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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