Berkner and Prosper squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Berkner had to settle for second. They lost 50-24 to the Eagles. While losing is never fun, the Rams can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Texas football rankings (they are ranked 195th, while the Eagles are ranked sixth).
Berkner lost despite a true team effort on offense. The best among them was Ty Crethers, who picked up 103 receiving yards and one TD. Another player making a difference was Damonte Nelson, who rushed for 58 yards and one touchdown.
Prosper had a senior duo take command as Lathon Latiolais gained 102 total yards and Bryce Robinson rushed for 96 yards and one score.
Berkner's defeat dropped their record down to 7-4. As for Prosper, the victory (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 11-1.
Berkner does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Prosper, they will head out on the road to challenge Southlake Carroll at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams might be coming in a bit winded given these two teams combined for 1,154 yards in their previous games.
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