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| 10/24/25 - Away | 28-26 W |
| 09/30/16 - Away | 7-64 L |
| 10/16/15 - Home | 6-54 L |
Middleton took a 57-point defeat the last time they faced off against KIPP Collegiate, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Tigers came out on top in a nail-biter against the phoenix on Friday, sneaking past 28-26. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Tigers have posted since November 1, 2024.
Despite the loss, KIPP Collegiate still got an impressive performance from Kevin Garnett, who rushed for 201 yards and a pair of scores on only 15 carries, and also threw for 74 yards and one touchdown on only seven passes. The phoenix are 2-1 when Garnett posts 80 or more rushing yards, but 1-5 otherwise.
Middleton's win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-5. As for KIPP Collegiate, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Middleton will challenge rival Oakhaven at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, KIPP Collegiate is set to take on their familiar foe Westwood at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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