Plum was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They took a 22-15 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Gateway Gators. The Mustangs lost against the Gators in their previous head to head back in September of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 49-14 score last time.
Although Plum took the loss, they still got scores from Darian Nelson and John Nonnenberg.
Plum wouldn't let Gateway keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Plum can thank Nelson and Tj Futules for forcing both of them. The dominant performance gave Nelson a new career-high in rushing yards.
Plum's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Gateway, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Plum will face off against Shaler Area at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Gateway, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Kiski Area at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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