The West Pioneers will challenge the Emporia Spartans at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
West is leaving town to face Emporia after disappointing their home crowd in their season opener. West was outmatched by Topeka at home and fell 52-19.
Despite the defeat, West got top-tier performance from Deandre Rogers Jr, who rushed for 219 yards while picking up 10.0 yards per carry. The dominant performance gave him a new career- in rushing yards. Micah Fiscus was another key player, throwing for 93 yards and two touchdowns.
Meanwhile, Emporia had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They were beaten by Pittsburg 56-13. The Spartans' loss continues a trend for the team, making it ten in a row dating back to last season.
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