Missouri Southern State University Athletics said the Lions beat Missouri Western 38-14 on Saturday, Oct. 24, at Craig Field at Spratt Stadium in St. Joseph, Missouri. Southern scored 21 unanswered points after halftime to earn the road win.
The Lions took a 3-0 first-quarter lead, and the teams went into halftime with Southern ahead 17-14. Missouri Southern scored twice in the third quarter and added a fourth-quarter touchdown to finish the game with a 28-0 advantage over the final three quarters, according to the university’s recap.
The Lions forced and recovered four fumbles, held possession for 36 minutes, 34 seconds and converted five of 13 third downs, the athletics department said.
Tillman Martin completed 14 of 17 passes for 184 yards and a touchdown, while Narkel LeFlore scored once rushing and once receiving. Jackson Marrs ran for two touchdowns.
Missouri Southern said the win moved its record to 2-6 overall and 1-5 in MIAA play. Missouri Western was 3-5 overall and 2-4 in conference play after the game.
