Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, Elysian Fields couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They took a blow against the Joaquin Rams on Friday, falling 74-21. The Yellowjackets were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 46-14.
Nunu Kennedy and Corey Hardeman certainly did their best on Friday to avoid the loss. Kennedy gained 149 total yards, while Hardeman rushed for 62 yards. Jamarion Johnson also deserves some recognition as he rushed for his first rushing yards of the season.
Joaquin's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Trenton Runnels, who rushed for 70 yards and four touchdowns. Those 70 rushing yards gave Runnels a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Amarion Wilson, who rushed for 107 yards and one TD on only 11 carries.
Yellowjackets
| 11/28/25 @ Joaquin | 21-74 |
| 11/20/25 vs Garrison | 55-54 |
| 11/13/25 vs Como-Pickton | 45-16 |
| 11/07/25 vs Harleton | 24-21 |
| 10/31/25 @ Waskom | 21-34 |
The defeat snapped Elysian Fields' winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 11-2 record. As for Joaquin, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 9-4.
Elysian Fields does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Joaquin, they will take on San Augustine on Friday. The Rams will need to watch out since the Wolves have now posted at least 31 points in their last three contests.
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