Football Recap: Bayfield Wolverines vs. Salida Spartans
Bayfield won a close one the last time they played, but unfortunately they suffered a serious change of fortune on Thursday. They lost 28-7 to the Salida Spartans. The Wolverines were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Spartans apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in October of 2023.
Bayfield's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Lincoln Williams, who gained 91 total yards and a touchdown, and Cole Mcwhirter, who threw for 139 yards and a touchdown.
Salida's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Casen Pridemore led the charge by rushing for 126 yards and two touchdowns. Wyatt Farney was another key player, gaining 117 total yards and a touchdown.
Bayfield has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-3 record this season. As for Salida, their record is now 3-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bayfield will take on Gunnison at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Bayfield is facing Gunnison at the right time seeing as Gunnison is stuck on a six-game losing streak. As for Salida, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Alamosa at 7:00 p.m. Alamosa will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more points each contest than the last.
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