Springfield and Sanford squared off in some playoff action on Monday, but Springfield had to settle for second. They fell just short of the Sanford Mustangs by a score of 20-18.
Even though they lost, Springfield was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 242 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 185 rushing yards in 11 consecutive games dating back to last season.
Springfield wouldn't let Sanford keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. JETT KONKEL was the leader in that area as all came courtesy of his dominant performance. He has been hot recently, having also posted five or more total tackles the last four times he's played.
Springfield's defeat ended a five-game streak of away wins and brought them to 7-3. As for Sanford, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 7-3.
Springfield does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Sanford, they will face off against Haxtun at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Haxtun knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 31 points or more in their past eight contests -- so hopefully Sanford likes a good challenge.
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