BISMARCK — The Bismarck Lions roared to another victorious outing on their home field Thursday night and handed visiting Smackover Buckaroos their first loss of the season. The Lions took down the Buckaroos 58-21. The victory continues the 7-3A Conference winning streak for the defending league champion Lions since going unbeaten in conference play last season.

Bismarck racked up 475 total yards of offense, 272 yards rushing and 203 yards passing. Smackover finished with 342 total yards of offense. Bismarck also converted 13 first down plays and went 2-of-2 on fourth down efficiency.

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