The Allen Mustangs lost to the Konawa Tigers on October 17^th by a score of 36-15. However, the first half was very competitive.

After several unsuccessful drives by both teams, Allen eventually punched through on a 6-yard rushing touchdown by senior Airyn Knighten just before the end of the first quarter. A good PAT kick by junior Clayton Shackelford made the score 7-0, Allen.

After some more back and forth drives, Konawa scored a touchdown, along with a two-point conversion to make it 8-7, Konawa.

But the Mustangs quickly answered with a touchdown and two-point conversion of their own. Senior quarterback Kason Smith connected with senior Boone Brecheen for an 11-yard touchdown pass, 15-8, Mustangs

On the following drive by Konawa, Airyn Knighten intercepted a pass, and Allen had the ball on its own 41-yard line. However, the drive stalled and Allen punted.

Konawa started on Allen’s 45-yard line, then drove down and scored on a passing touchdown. After a successful two-point conversion, the halftime score was 16-15, Konawa.

The third quarter proved to be disastrous for the Mustangs as Konawa scored three unanswered touchdowns, making the final score 36-15.

The Mustangs (3-4/1-3) will travel to Mounds this Friday, October 25^th , to battle the Golden Eagles (4-3/1-3). The game is scheduled for 7 p.m.

Game Statistics

The Mustangs had 84 yards passing and 86 rushing yards for a total of 170.

Offense Passing

Kason Smith completed six of 10 passes for 84 yards and one touchdown.

Receiving

Boone Brecheen caught five passes for 64 yards and had one touchdown, while Airyn Knighten had one grab for 20 yards.

Rushing

Airyn Knighten rushed 13 times for 66 yards and had one touchdown.

Kason Smith kept the ball seven times for 12 yards; Shawn Husband had eight carries for 14 yards; Boone Brecheen rushed six times for 11 yards; and Gerison Johnson rushed two times for 17 yards.

Defense Tackles

Caden Howard led the Mustangs in tackles with 11.

Other players with tackles include Airyn Knighten, 7; Terrian Harris, 7; Gerison Johnson, 6; Shawn Husband, 6; Colton Howard, 6; Kason Smith, 4; Quinn Corum, 3; Brody Wallis, 2; Colton Dyer, 2; Quinton Walker, 2; Boone Brecheen, 2; Davyn Wilson, 2; Hunter McCarn, 2; and Clayton Shackelford, 1.

Standout plays

Airyn Knighten had one interception; Shawn Husband and Colton Howard each sacked the quarterback; and Colton Dyer recovered a fumble.