Auburn was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They fell 34-27 to the New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly Vipers. The Trojans were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Vipers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in August of 2023.
New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly had a senior duo take command as Gabe Lyons rushed for 156 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 9.8 yards per carry and Clark Anthony Nelson rushed for 111 yards and a touchdown. Anthony Nelson's rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his fourth straight game with at least 102 rushing yards dating back to last season.
Auburn's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly, their victory bumped their record up to 2-0.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Auburn will welcome Maroa-Forsyth at 5:45 p.m. on Monday. As for New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly, they will take on PORTA/Ashland-Chandlerville Central/Greenview at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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