Marion had to hit the road for their first game and it wasn't the result they were hoping for. They fell to the Stockdale Brahmas 34-28.
Despite the defeat, Marion had strong showings from Kade Pape, who threw for 159 yards and three touchdowns, and Braeden Fleming, who picked up 110 receiving yards and two touchdowns. That's the most total yards Pape has posted since back in September of 2023. Jack Wells got in on the action as well, returning a kick for a touchdown.
Stockdale found their leader in underclassman Coy Gann, who rushed for 184 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 9.7 yards per carry, and also picked up 43 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Marion will square off against Long Creek at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Stockdale, they will challenge Cole at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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