Independence was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were dealt a 56-6 defeat at the hands of the Kentwood Kangaroos. The Tigers were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 28-6.
Kentwood found their leader in underclassman Ahmade Bickham Jr, who rushed for 110 yards on only six carries, and also threw for 63 yards and a touchdown. Alonzo Ard was another key player, throwing for 73 yards and two touchdowns.
Independence's loss dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Kentwood, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matches, which provided a nice bump to their 5-2 record this season.
A feisty cat fight will be fought when Tigers faces off against Pope John Paul II at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Kentwood, they will take on Southern Lab at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Kentwood is facing Southern Lab at the right time seeing as Southern Lab is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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