Burleson couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They came up short against the Centennial Spartans on Friday, falling 28-7. While losing is never fun, the Elks can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Texas football rankings (they are ranked 489th, while the Spartans are ranked 157th).
Andrew Sparks rushed for 53 yards and a touchdown, and also threw for 112 yards on seven of 11 attempts.
Thomas Mcgovern was his top target, picking up 32 receiving yards.
Burleson will take on Cleburne at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Burleson is no doubt hoping to put an end to a four-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Centennial, they will face off against Sam Houston at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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