Stockdale gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Friday. They secured a 34-28 W over the Marion Bulldogs. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Brahmas as it put an end to their four-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Coy Gann went supernova for Stockdale, rushing for 184 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 9.7 yards per carry, and also picking up 43 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Gann wasn't the only one working in the rushing yards department: Stockdale was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 266 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Marion only rushed for 42.
Despite the loss, Marion had strong showings from Kade Pape, who threw for 159 yards and three touchdowns, and Braeden Fleming, who picked up 110 receiving yards and two touchdowns. That's the most total yards Pape has posted since back in September of 2023. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Jack Wells, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Stockdale will be playing in front of their home fans against Cole at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Marion, they will look to take advantage of their home-field for the first time this season as they take on Long Creek at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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