Independence entered their contest against Stafford on Friday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. Independence fell 45-36 to the Stafford Indians. One positive for Independence, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Despite the loss, Independence still got an impressive performance from Justin Jordan, who rushed for 48 yards and two touchdowns, and also picked up 72 receiving yards. Another player making a difference was Robert Kellen, who rushed for 88 yards and a touchdown.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Independence was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 317 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
This is the second loss in a row for Independence and nudges their season record down to 1-3. As for Stafford, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Independence will have a little extra prep time after the defeat as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Woodgrove at 7:00 p.m. on October 4th. As for Stafford, they will take on Colonial Forge at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Stafford's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season.
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