Independence extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 11 on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-6. They were beaten by the Anna Coyotes 63-7. The Knights were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 49-0.
Jack O'Connor threw for 68 yards and one touchdown. Lucas Thomas was his top target, picking up 51 receiving yards. On the ground, Gabriel Ike rushed for 36 yards.
As for Anna, they pushed their record up to 4-1 with the victory, which was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season. The final result isn't all that surprising considering their considerable advantage in MaxPreps' Texas football rankings (they are ranked 27th, while Independence is ranked 852nd).
Leading Anna to victory were Pharell Brown and Ziondre Williams. Brown gained 163 total yards and three touchdowns, while Williams threw for 305 yards and five TDs while completing 88.9% of his passes. What's more, Brown posted three rushing touchdowns, the most he's had since back in November of 2024. Anna also got help from Michael Kennedy, who showed off his sure hands for 162 receiving yards.
Independence has already played their next contest, a 59-0 loss against Lovejoy on the 10th. As for Anna, they also wasted no time getting back out on the field and have already played their next game, a 56-14 win against Emerson on the 10th.
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