Oakleaf and Buchholz squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Oakleaf had to settle for second. They took a 25-19 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Buchholz Bobcats. The Knights' loss signaled the end of their three-game winning streak.
When it comes to explaining why Oakleaf lost, don't look at Jack McKissock. Despite the final result, he threw for 395 yards and a touchdown while picking up 15.2 yards per attempt, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground. McKissock has become a key player for Oakleaf: the team is 8-2 when he posts at least 300 passing yards, but 1-2 otherwise. Carlos Witherup also helped out as he racked up 151 receiving yards.
Even if they lost, Oakleaf's defense still kept up the pressure with three sacks. Leading the way was Amare' Thomas with two. He is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made five or more in the last 22 games he's played dating back to last season.
Oakleaf's defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 9-4. As for Buchholz, the victory (which was their seventh in a row) raised their record to 10-3.
Oakleaf does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Buchholz, they will take on Osceola at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (Buchholz has won six straight at home, while Osceola won four straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
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