Football Preview: Redmond Mustangs vs. Newport - Bellevue Knights
Redmond has been away from home for two games now, but on Friday they'll finally make their return. They will welcome the Newport - Bellevue Knights at 7:00 p.m.
Redmond is headed into the matchup out to prove that what happened against Hazen on Friday (when they were outscored in every quarter) was just a minor bump in the road. Redmond was dealt a 55-14 loss at the hands of Hazen. The Mustangs were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 27-0.
The losing side was boosted by Luka Kukoleca, who threw for 96 yards and two touchdowns, and also rushed for 30 yards.
Meanwhile, after only ten points in their last contest, Newport - Bellevue made sure to put some points up on the board against Inglemoor on Friday. Newport - Bellevue was the clear victor by a 43-22 margin over Inglemoor. The Knights might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three games by 21 points or more this season.
Cole Oliver continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines, throwing for 224 yards and four touchdowns while completing 90.9% of his passes, and also rushing for 49 yards.
Redmond's defeat was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Newport - Bellevue, their victory bumped their record up to 4-2.
Everything came up roses for Redmond against Newport - Bellevue in their previous matchup back in November of 2023, as the squad secured a 42-0 win. Does Redmond have another victory up their sleeve, or will Newport - Bellevue turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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