Anselmo-Merna is 0-6 against Twin Loup since September of 2016 but things could change on Friday. Both will meet in a canine-themed contest. Anselmo-Merna will be strutting in after a win while Twin Loup will be coming in after a loss.
Anselmo-Merna will bounce into Friday's matchup after beating Burwell, who they hadn't topped in three consecutive meetings. Anselmo-Merna managed a 28-24 victory over Burwell on Friday. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Coyotes.
Anselmo-Merna's success was spearheaded by the efforts of Josiah Griffith, who picked up 30 receiving yards and two touchdowns, and Kayden Record, who threw for 39 yards and a touchdown.
Meanwhile, Twin Loup took a blow against Central Valley on Friday, falling 58-13. The defeat continues a trend for the Wolves in their matchups with the Cougars: they've now lost seven in a row.
Although Twin Loup took the loss, they still got scores from Oran Grint and Carter Hall.
Anselmo-Merna's win bumped their record up to 2-4. As for Twin Loup, their loss dropped their record down to an identical 2-4.
Friday's game might be decided in the on the ground. Anselmo-Merna has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 151 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Twin Loup struggles in that department as they've been averaging 183.3. It's looking like Friday's match might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Anselmo-Merna couldn't quite finish off Twin Loup in their previous matchup back in August of 2023 and fell 22-20. Thankfully for Anselmo-Merna, David Switzer (who rushed for 121 yards and two touchdowns on only 11 carries) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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