Herrin had to hit the road for their first game and it wasn't the result they were hoping for. They came up short against the Marion Wildcats on Saturday, falling 42-21. The Tigers have struggled against the Wildcats recently, as their contest on Saturday was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
Marion's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Chase Niemeyer, who rushed for 120 yards and a touchdown on only 15 carries. Maxwell Wade was in the mix too, providing Marion with two touchdowns.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Herrin will head out to challenge Frankfort at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Marion, they will venture away from home to take on Granite City at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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