Football Recap: Justin Godwin Leads Wetumpka's Defense on Friday

By Team Reports Oct 10, 2024, 9:45am

Football Recap: Wetumpka Indians vs. Eufaula Tigers

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Wetumpka pushed their score to 48 the last time they played Eufaula, but on Friday they couldn't quite do it again. The Wetumpka Indians came out on top against the Eufaula Tigers by a score of 14-3. That's more bragging rights for the Indians, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.

Wetumpka wouldn't let Eufaula keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. It was truly a group effort as Justin Godwin, Ethan Bailey, and Logan Gaare picked up one apiece. Gaare is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made nine or more in the last six games he's played dating back to last season. Another thorn in Eufaula's side was Kelby Walker, who picked up a sack, made 16 total tackles (3.0 for loss), and defended a pass in addition to snagging an interception.

The victory got Wetumpka back to even at 3-3. As for Eufaula, their defeat dropped their record down to an identical 3-3.

Wetumpka will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Percy Julian at 7:00 p.m. on October 11th. Wetumpka's defense has only allowed 14.8 points per game this season, so Percy Julian's offense will have their work cut out for them. Eufaula has already played their next matchup, a 38-0 victory against Greenville on the 4th.

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