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Panther's Tale

Football moves on in the playoffs with win over Topeka

The Panthers advanced to the second round of the Class 6A playoffs, beating Topeka 56-7.

Quarterback Braxton Clark made his return after suffering a tear in his kidney in the game at Hutch earlier in the season. He threw for 123 yards and two touchdowns, completing 8 of 8 passes and also had a rushing touchdown.

The team totaled 164 yards on the ground, getting in the end zone a total of 6 times on ground. Senior running back Derek Hubbard had 65 yards and three touchdowns. 

The defense was perfect through three quarters of play. 

The Panthers are set to play host to Lawrence on Nov. 3.

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