Hope hasn't had much luck against Magnolia recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Bobcats will host the Panthers at 7:00 p.m. Hope has given up an average of 50.3 points per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
On Friday, Hope had to suffer through a 57-10 loss at the hands of Arkansas.
Meanwhile, Magnolia can bid farewell to their four-game losing streak thanks to their game on Friday. They were the clear victors by a 52-30 margin over De Queen. The Panthers might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three matchups by 22 points or more this season.
Hope better keep an eye on Jamaijha Marshall. He was instrumental in Magnolia's win, rushing for 204 yards and four scores on only 11 carries. Marshall's longest rush was for an impressive 68 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total.
Magnolia was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 202 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 202 rushing yards in four consecutive games.
One reason for the win was Magnolia's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Jakaden Grissom, George Jackson Iii, and J'Don Marshall, who each picked up one sack apiece. Grissom was another major factor on D, picking up a sack, forcing one fumble, and making nine total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Hope's defeat dropped their record down to 1-8. As for Magnolia, their victory bumped their record up to 4-5.
Hope was dealt a bruising 55-0 loss at the hands of Magnolia in their previous matchup back in November of 2024. Will the Bobcats have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more football content.
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