Kokomo has gone 8-0 against Muncie Central recently and they'll look to pad the win column further on Friday. The Kokomo Wildkats will be playing at home against the Muncie Central Bearcats at 7:00 p.m.
Things were looking good for Kokomo after they put the first points on the board on Friday, but unfortunately for them things went downhill from there. They lost to Lafayette Jefferson on the road by a 38-23 margin. The defeat continues a trend for the Wildkats in their matchups with the Bronchos: they've now lost eight in a row.
Despite the loss, Kokomo got top-tier performance from Brixton Morris, who rushed for 223 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 8.9 yards per carry. Morris' longest rush was for an incredible 72 yards.
Even though they lost, Kokomo was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 326 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 191 rushing yards in 13 consecutive games dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, Muncie Central had to endure a five-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They simply couldn't be stopped on Friday as they easily beat Anderson 55-12 at home. The Bearcats' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Dae'Cion Echols was a one-man wrecking crew for Muncie Central as he rushed for 103 yards and three touchdowns on only nine carries. That's the most rushing yards Echols has posted since back in October of 2023.
Kokomo's defeat dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Muncie Central, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-4.
Everything came up roses for Kokomo against Muncie Central in their previous matchup back in September of 2023, as the team secured a 47-7 win. Does Kokomo have another victory up their sleeve, or will Muncie Central turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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