The Freeman Mavericks will head out to take on the Deep Run Wildcats at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Freeman's defense has only allowed 14 points per game this season, so Deep Run's offense will have their work cut out for them.
Freeman is probably headed into the match with a chip on their shoulder considering Highland Springs just ended the team's three-game winning streak on Friday. They were dealt a 50-14 defeat at the hands of the Springers. While losing is never fun, the Mavericks can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Virginia football rankings (they are ranked 68th, while the Springers are ranked seventh).
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Deep Run, who bounced back after a loss on the road two weeks ago. They strolled past Meadowbrook with points to spare on Friday, taking the game 27-9. The Wildcats' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Freeman's loss ended a five-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 3-1. As for Deep Run, the victory got them back to even at 2-2.
Everything came up roses for Freeman against Deep Run in their previous matchup back in September of 2023, as the team secured a 42-7 win. The rematch might be a little tougher for Freeman since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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