Mullen hadn't done well against Legacy recently (they were 0-3 in their previous three matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Mullen Mustangs won a match that couldn't have been any closer, slipping by the Legacy Lightning 28-27. This was payback for the Mustangs, who suffered a 35-12 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Mullen found their leader in underclassman Koa Dietrich, who threw for 200 yards and two touchdowns, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground. Mason Bonner was in the mix too, providing Mullen with two touchdowns.
Despite the loss, Legacy still got an impressive performance from Tyler Anderson, who rushed for 44 yards and two touchdowns, and also picked up 75 receiving yards.
Mullen's win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 2-5. As for Legacy, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-5 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mullen will welcome Erie at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Erie will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Mullen surely won't give up without a fight. As for Legacy, they will be playing at home against Rangeview at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Rangeview is coming into the matchup with three straight losses on the road, meaning Legacy will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win.
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