Kemp unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They had to suffer through a 69-7 loss at the hands of the Life Oak Cliff Lions. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it six in a row.
When it comes to explaining why Kemp lost on Friday, don't look at Mason Henderson. Despite the final result, he rushed for 96 yards and one score on only eight carries. Henderson really tore up the turf during one magnificent 71-yard run.
Life Oak Cliff's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Sukora ' Sip' Cooper Jr led the charge by picking up 191 receiving yards and five touchdowns, while also punching in one TD on the ground. Another player making a difference was Jatavion Smith-Adams, who gained 211 total yards and three touchdowns.
Coming up, Kemp will square off against Mabank at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Life Oak Cliff, they will take on North Dallas at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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