Wheeler will take on Calumet New Tech at home at 7:00 PM on Friday. It might come down to the wire as the MaxPreps rankings project a close contest.
Wheeler have to be aching after a bruising 14-35 loss to Boone Grove last Friday. Wheeler got a solid performance out of senior Griffin Belt, who picked up 47 yards on the ground and accumulated 92 passing yards; unfortunately, it just wasn't enough for the victory. Belt has now scored at least one touchdown in the past three games.
Meanwhile, Calumet New Tech put the finishing touches on their 3rd blowout victory of the season. Everything went their way against River Forest as they made off with a 30-0 win. The team accrued the bulk of their points in the first half (24) and coasted on those for the win.
Calumet New Tech's win lifted them to 5-2 while Wheeler's defeat dropped them down to 5-3. We'll see if Calumet New Tech's success rolls on or if Wheeler are able to steal their positive momentum.
See how Wheeler vs. Calumet New Tech plays out in the box score
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