The Rankin Red Devils are packing up and heading out on the road for their first away game this season. they take on the Irion County Hornets at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Given that both suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.
Rankin can't be to happy about their upcoming road contest considering what happened when they opened their season on the away from home on Thursday. They took a 44-38 hit to the loss column at the hands of Happy.
Meanwhile, Irion County couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were outmatched by Buena Vista at home and fell 59-14. The Hornets were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 38-14.
Despite their loss, Irion County saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Colton Lawdermilk, who picked up 33 receiving yards and a touchdown, and also rushed for 57 yards on only eight carries, was perhaps the best of all.
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