Mantachie is 2-8 against Mooreville since September of 2015 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Friday. The Mustangs will welcome the Troopers at 7:00 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.
Last Friday, Mantachie was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 28-22 to Smithville.
Despite the loss, Mantachie got top-tier performance from Garret Hopkins, who rushed for 132 yards and one TD.
Meanwhile, Mooreville might've scored the first points on Friday, but it was Baldwyn who claimed the real prize. The Troopers fell 19-9 to the Bearcats. The defeat continues a trend for the Troopers in their meetings with the Bearcats: they've now lost three in a row.
Special teams was responsible for all of the team's points. The biggest highlight from special teams (and perhaps the team as a whole) came courtesy of Kason Mathis, who ran a kickoff back for a touchdown.
Even if they lost, Mooreville's defense still kept up the pressure with three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Cooper Goff, Kade Nichols, and Ethan Cates, who each picked up one sack apiece. Goff was another major factor on D, picking up a sack and making 11 total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Mooreville's loss dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Mantachie, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-2-1.
Mantachie was dealt a bruising 41-6 loss at the hands of Mooreville in their previous meeting back in September of 2024. Will the Mustangs have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more football content.
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