Checotah scored first but ultimately less than Idabel in their game on Friday. They lost to the Idabel Warriors on the road by a 38-23 margin. The Wildcats just can't catch a break and have now endured three losses in a row.
When it comes to explaining why Checotah lost, don't look at Elijah Thomas. Despite the final result, he picked up 199 receiving yards and three touchdowns. Thomas didn't just play on offense: he also made eight total tackles (2.0 for loss) and defended two passes in addition to snagging an interception.
Idabel's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Jattairrius Neal, who rushed for 139 yards. Those 139 rushing yards gave Neal a new career-high.
Checotah's defeat dropped their record down to 5-4. As for Idabel, the victory (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 7-2.
Checotah will take on Eufaula at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Idabel, they will venture away from home to take on Lincoln Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Lincoln Christian will roll in looking for their tenth straight win, something Idabel surely won't give up without a fight.
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