After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Midlothian, Ennis was happy to have turned things around on Friday. They enjoyed a cozy 45-30 win over the Centennial Spartans. That's more bragging rights for the Lions, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Ennis' success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but LAMARION MCGOWAN led the charge by picking up 96 receiving yards and a touchdown, while also punching in a touchdown on the ground. Another passer making a difference was ZANDER HINTON, who threw for 222 yards and three touchdowns.
Ennis' defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of GRACEN HARRIS and CASH HENDRIX. HENDRIX is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made eight or more in the last three games he's played dating back to last season. Ennis got some further help from KINGSTON PARKER: he picked up a sack, forced a fumble, and made eight total tackles (1.0 for loss).
Ennis' first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Centennial, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
Ennis will challenge Kaufman at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Centennial, they will square off against Fulshear at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Fulshear will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Centennial surely won't give up without a fight.
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