Football Recap: Howe Takes a Loss

By Team Reports Oct 28, 2024, 11:57am

Football Recap: Howe Bulldogs vs. Callisburg Wildcats

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Howe was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They were beaten by the Callisburg Wildcats 54-14. The Bulldogs lost against the Wildcats in their previous head to head back in August of 2021, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 35-21 score last time.

Howe's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Rylan Strong, who rushed for 31 yards and a touchdown, and Riken Cross, who picked up 117 receiving yards and a touchdown. The bulk of those receiving yards came from one huge play: a catch that gained an incredible 73 yards.

Howe's loss dropped their record down to 3-6. As for Callisburg, they moved to 3-5 with that win, which also ended their three-game losing streak.

Coincidentally, both will both be playing Blue Ridge the next time they take the field. Callisburg will head out to face Blue Ridge at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, while Howe will host them at 7:30 p.m. on November 7th.

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