Stroud unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They took a 13-8 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Chandler Lions on Friday. The Tigers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Lions apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
Despite the loss, Stroud still got an impressive performance from Jacob Beck, who rushed for 72 yards and one touchdown on only seven carries.
Stroud didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. Leading the way was London Ward and his one interception. Stroud got some further help from Trystan Baker: he made 17 total tackles (1.0 for loss).
Stroud wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next match, a 42-34 win against Pawnee on the 12th. As for Chandler, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next contest, a 42-13 defeat against Lone Grove on the 12th.
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