Newton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They were dealt a 42-7 defeat at the hands of the Andover Central Jaguars. While losing is never fun, the Railroaders can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Kansas football rankings (they are ranked 104th, while the Jaguars are ranked 11th).
Maddox Archibald was a one-man wrecking crew for Andover Central as he rushed for 61 yards and two touchdowns on only six carries, and also picked up 75 receiving yards and a touchdown. Jace Jefferson was another key player, throwing for 165 yards and three touchdowns on only 13 passes.
Newton's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Andover Central, their victory was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 2-0.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Newton will host Eisenhower at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Andover Central, they will be defending their home-field for the first time this season they go up against Arkansas City at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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