Starkville MS, September 27, 2025
News Summary
In a thrilling high-stakes football matchup, the Starkville Yellowjackets triumphed over the Brandon Bulldogs with a score of 22-14. Starkville, boosted by standout player Kingston Johnson, improved its season record to 3-1, while Brandon fell to 2-2 after a tough loss. As both teams look ahead, questions arise about their strategies moving forward in the season.
Starkville, MS – The Starkville Yellowjackets triumphed over the Brandon Bulldogs in a high-stakes football matchup on Friday night, securing a 22-14 victory. The game began at 7:00 p.m., and the outcome has significant implications for both teams’ seasons.
Starkville entered the game fresh off a convincing win against Louisville, ranked eighth, with a score of 36-16. This victory marked the largest margin of victory for Starkville over Louisville since September 13, 2019. Meanwhile, Brandon was coming off a tough loss, falling 47-15 against Clay-Chalkville, which ended their four-game streak of away wins from the previous season.
With this latest win over Brandon, Starkville improved its record to 3-1 for the current season. The Yellowjackets have been performing strongly in recent games, averaging 40.0 points across their last two victories. Kingston Johnson emerged as a standout player for Starkville, rushing for 42 yards and scoring two touchdowns. Johnson also showed his versatility by throwing for 121 yards and contributing an additional touchdown.
On the other hand, the loss for Brandon brought their season record to 2-2. This defeat followed a series of positive performances earlier in the season, creating uncertainty about the direction of their campaign as they look to bounce back in future games. A previous encounter between Starkville and Brandon in December 2022 saw Starkville victorious as well, winning 48-32.
As the season progresses, questions are rising about whether Starkville can maintain their winning streak or if Brandon will implement new strategies to turn their season around. The two teams will be looking to refine their gameplay as they head into the following weeks.
Key Game Statistics
- Starkville Yellowjackets Score: 22
- Brandon Bulldogs Score: 14
- Starkville Season Record: 3-1
- Brandon Season Record: 2-2
- Kingston Johnson Rushing Yards: 42
- Kingston Johnson Passing Yards: 121
- Average Points by Starkville in Last Two Games: 40.0
- Previous Meeting Outcome (December 2022): Starkville 48, Brandon 32
- Previous Brandon Loss: 47-15 to Clay-Chalkville
Looking Ahead
The Starkville Yellowjackets will aim to build on their success as they prepare for their next matchup, while the Brandon Bulldogs will seek to regroup and find a winning strategy. As both teams continue their seasons, each game will present new challenges and opportunities for growth.
FAQ
The final score was Starkville Yellowjackets 22, Brandon Bulldogs 14.
Starkville’s current season record improved to 3-1 after the win.
Kingston Johnson was a standout player for Starkville, rushing for 42 yards and scoring two touchdowns.
Brandon’s last game resulted in a significant loss of 47-15 to Clay-Chalkville.
Starkville averaged 40.0 points across their last two victories.
Key Features Chart
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Final Score | Starkville Yellowjackets 22 – 14 Brandon Bulldogs |
| Starkville Season Record | 3-1 |
| Brandon Season Record | 2-2 |
| Key Player for Starkville | Kingston Johnson |
| Points Scored by Starkville in Last Two Games | 40.0 |
| Previous Meeting Result | Starkville 48 – 32 Brandon (December 2022) |
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Additional Resources
- Capital Sports: Starkville vs Brandon Photos
- MaxPreps: Game Preview Starkville vs Brandon
- DJournal: Starkville Comes Up Big
- Clarion Ledger: Mississippi High School Football Scores
- MaxPreps: Game Preview Brandon vs Starkville
- Wikipedia: Starkville
- Google Search: Starkville Yellowjackets football
- Google Scholar: Mississippi high school football
- Encyclopedia Britannica: American football
- Google News: Starkville Yellowjackets Brandon Bulldogs
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