Midland Christian might've scored the first points on Friday, but it was Bushland who claimed the real prize. The Midland Christian Mustangs came up short against the Bushland Falcons, falling 35-14. While losing is never fun, the Mustangs can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Texas football rankings (they are ranked 358th, while the Falcons are ranked 107th).
When it comes to explaining why Midland Christian lost, don't look at Case Cole. Despite the final result, he rushed for 137 yards and a touchdown while picking up 7.6 yards per carry. Midland Christian also got help from Jaret Stockstill, who showed off his sure hands for 90 receiving yards.
Midland Christian wouldn't let Bushland keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Midland Christian can thank Brady Young and Xander Cuellar for forcing both of them. Isaiah Mathews was another major factor on D, picking up a sack and making nine total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Midland Christian now has a losing record at 1-2. As for Bushland, they pushed their record up to 3-0 with that win, which was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Midland Christian will square off against Cornerstone Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Bushland, they will play host again on Friday to welcome West Plains, where kickoff is scheduled at 7:00 p.m. Bushland knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 point or more in their past three matches -- so hopefully West Plains likes a good challenge.
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