Riley County unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were just a hair shy of victory on Friday and fell 14-13 to the Jefferson West Tigers. The Falcons were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tigers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
Jefferson West's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Brixton Schwinn led the charge by rushing for 48 yards and one touchdown, while also throwing for 140 yards and one TD. Crayton Holman was another key receiver, gaining 95 total yards and a touchdown.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Riley County will face off against rival Holton on Friday. Meanwhile, Jefferson West is set to take on their familiar foe Royal Valley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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