Boonville was the 47-0 winner over Marshall when they last played one another back in September of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Pirates fell 42-35 to the Owls on Friday. The loss was a bit of a surprise, as the Pirates came into the game with a sizable advantage in MaxPreps' Missouri football rankings (they are ranked 86th, while the Owls are ranked 223rd).
When it comes to explaining why Boonville lost, don't look at Alex McDonald. Despite the final result, he rushed for 175 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 9.7 yards per carry. McDonald was no stranger to the big play, turning on the jets for a run that went for 56 yards. Another player making a difference was Tatum Hough, who threw for 182 yards and one TD.
Boonville's defeat dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Marshall, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Boonville will host Hallsville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. This will be the Pirates' first chance to prove their worth in the conference. As for Marshall, they will challenge Richmond at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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