Chapman is 2-8 against Clay Center since September of 2015 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Friday. The Chapman Fighting Irish will host the Clay Center Tigers at 7:00 p.m. Given that both suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.
Last Friday, Chapman was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 28-22 to Riley County. The Fighting Irish have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Despite the loss, Chapman got top-tier performance from Cade Hanney, who picked up 53 receiving yards and a touchdown, and also rushed for 37 yards and a touchdown.incredibly, Hanney got all that yardage with just one huge grab
Meanwhile, Clay Center came up short against Louisburg on Friday and fell 23-15.
Although Clay Center took the loss, they still got scores from Eisaac Girton and Cole Pladson.
Chapman now has a losing record at 1-2. As for Clay Center, their defeat ended a four-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 1-2.
Friday's matchup might be decided in the on the ground. Chapman has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 151.3 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Clay Center struggles in that department as they've been averaging 167.3. It's looking like Friday's contest might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Chapman was taken down by Clay Center 61-0 when the teams last played back in September of 2023. Will Chapman have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other football content.
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