Waynesville was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their eighth straight loss dating back to last season. They lost 42-20 to the Neosho Wildcats. The Tigers were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 28-7.
When it comes to explaining why Waynesville lost, don't look at Michael Kelsey Jr. Despite the final result, he rushed for 139 yards and a touchdown.
Neosho was led to victory by Denver Welch and Cade Spiva. Welch rushed for 105 yards and three touchdowns on only 11 carries, while Spiva threw for 195 yards and two touchdowns. That high mark didn't come from nowhere: Welch now rushed for 105 or more in the last three games he's played dating back to last season.
Waynesville's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Neosho, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Waynesville will host Ozark at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Neosho, they will head out to square off against Webb City at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Neosho is facing Webb City at the right time seeing as Webb City is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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