Welcome to Five From Friday our weekly feature that highlights some of the best quotes, notes, stats and performances of the games Friday night.
Quote of the night
“I had to wait my time. When I wasn’t getting the ball, it was Quade’s (Chatmon) time They were loose in the box, so there were open lanes and alleys for him to run the ball. When they stack the box, I feel like I’m better than the other guy (defensive back) and feel like I have a chance. Coach (Jason Rogers) believed in me, and we made it happen as a team.” – Lee’s Summit North receiver Isaiah Mozee after having two receptions for 18 yards in the first half of Friday’s game at Mill Valley. Mozee would have a big impact in the second half finishing the night with 10 receptions, 125 yards and a touchdown.
Stat line of the night
Banks Bowen, quarterback, Lawrence – The senior had a big night in the Chesty Lions 69-56 win at Junction City. He had a big night passing throwing for 254 yards and five TDs and rushing with 219 yards on 11 carries and two more touchdowns.
Highlight of the night
Blue Springs South got down 12-0 to Lee’s Summit in the first quarter. The Jaguars defense stiffened and their dominating run game started to take over when Darius Morgan scored the first six of 37 straight points to earn a 37-12 win over the Tigers. Vision Sports Rob Evans and Buddy Young were on the call.
Team of the night
Blue Valley North – The Mustangs won their first game since week 8 of the 2022 season 21-19 over Shawnee Mission North ending a 10-game losing streak. It was also their second win since Week 4 of the 2021 season and the program fell on hard times in recent years.
Big Winner (s)
Kearney – The Bulldogs beat rival Smithville 38-14 to avenge the last loss they suffered back in week 3 of the 2023 season. The win is the 15th in a row for the defending Missouri Class 4 champions.
