Football Recap: Wilmington Starts Season with Win on the Road

Wilmington had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They were the clear victors by a 28-6 margin over the Essex Tech Hawks on Friday. That's more bragging rights for the Wildcats, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.

Essex Tech's loss dropped their record down to 0-2.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Wilmington will square off against Saugus at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Essex Tech, they will face off against Newburyport at 6:30 p.m. on Friday.