Sundown had to start their season on the road on Thursday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They fell to the Shamrock Irish 38-34. The Roughnecks just can't catch a break and have now endured four defeats in a row dating back to last season.
Philip Cook had a dynamite game for Shamrock, rushing for 231 yards and three touchdowns on only 13 carries, while also throwing for 158 yards and two touchdowns. Cook's longest rush was for an impressive 54 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. A healthy portion of that aerial production (90 yards to be exact) went to Josh Whittington, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Sundown will square off against Lubbock Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Shamrock, they will challenge West Texas at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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