Des Moines East lost against Jefferson back in September of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The match between the Des Moines East Scarlets and the Jefferson Hawks wasn't particularly close, with the Des Moines East Scarlets falling 24-8. The Scarlets have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Jefferson's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Lloydson Nyenow Jr, who picked up 82 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Des Moines East's defeat dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Jefferson, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Des Moines East will square off against Ankeny Centennial at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Ankeny Centennial's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season. As for Jefferson, they will face off against Washington at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Jefferson's defense has only allowed 8.8 points per game this season, so Washington's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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