Independence extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to four on Friday, dropping them down to 0-3. They took a blow against the Thunderbird Titans, falling 52-20. The Patriots were down 46-14 at the end of the third quarter, which was just too much to recover from.
Despite the loss, Independence still got an impressive performance from Thomas Kpakra, who rushed for 186 yards and two scores while picking up 9.3 yards per carry. Daniel Rodriguez was another key player, rushing for 40 yards and one touchdown.
As for Thunderbird, the win keeps them at an undefeated 4-0. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
A big part of Thunderbird's victory came down to the chemistry between JP Stewart and his top target Daryl Little. Stewart threw for 245 yards and five TDs on only 17 passes while Little picked up 120 receiving yards and three scores. Little's longest reception was for an impressive 53 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per catch total. Zychaun Little got in on the action too, returning a kick for a touchdown.
Independence has already played their next contest, a 47-22 loss against ALA - West Foothills on the 19th. As for Thunderbird, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 43-42 win against Greenway on the 18th.
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