Iola drops home opener to Parsons

Iola's Mustangs had to contend with a powerful Parsons squad Friday. The Mustangs fell, 40-14, but took key steps they'll need when district play begins.

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September 16, 2022 - 11:09 PM

The Iola Mustangs stand on the sideline before the opening kickoff of their home opener with Parsons on Friday, September 16. Photo by Quinn Burkitt

The Iola High School football team fought but came up short in their home opener against Parsons on Friday night, 40-14. 

Parsons was able to get the lead first and build on it.

The Mustangs did take a big step forward from a lopsided loss to Wellsville from the weekend before, and showed resilience in the second half. 

“Where we were last week and where we are this week I was really proud of, we took a step forward,” Mustang head coach David Daugharthy said. “I know we got blown out tonight, but the reality is I thought we fought hard all four quarters. You take away a few big plays they had and this is a whole new ballgame.’

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