Topeka is 2-8 against Junction City since September of 2018 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Friday. The Trojans will look to defend their home field against the Bluejays at 7:00 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this matchup.
Topeka came into their game on Friday off a hard-fought close win, but unfortunately suffered a serious change of fortune. They were dealt a 35-6 defeat at the hands of Washburn Rural. While losing is never fun, the Trojans can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Kansas football rankings (they are ranked 90th, while the Blues are ranked tenth).
Meanwhile, Junction City was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Friday as they fell 33-28 to Hays. The Bluejays have struggled against the Indians recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
Topeka's loss dropped their record down to 3-2. As for Junction City, their defeat dropped their record down to an identical 3-2.
Topeka was taken down by Junction City 47-14 in their previous matchup back in November of 2024. Will the Trojans 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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