Football Preview: Wellsville Tigers vs. Valley Christian Eagles
After starting their season with five straight games on the road, Wellsville is finally coming home. They will look to take advantage of their home-field as they take on the Valley Christian Eagles at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Expect the scorekeeper to be kept busy: if their previous games are any indication, the two teams will really light up the scoreboard.
Having struggled with nine defeats in a row dating back to last season, Wellsville finally turned things around against Leetonia on Friday. They blew past the Bears 35-0 on the road. The Tigers' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Tyrell Watkins was his usual excellent self, rushing for 155 yards and two touchdowns on only 12 carries, while also picking up 61 receiving yards and a touchdown. His longest rush was for an impressive 65 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Another player making a difference was Richie Wyse, who rushed for 79 yards and two touchdowns on only eight carries.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Wellsville was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 297 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
One reason for the win was Wellsville's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for five sacks. The heavy lifting was done by Dontay Wilcox and Watkins, who racked up four sacks between them.
Meanwhile, Valley Christian has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 17.2 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They enjoyed a cozy 56-38 victory over East Palestine. The win was nothing new for the Eagles as they're now sitting on four straight.
Wellsville's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Valley Christian, their win bumped their record up to 4-1.
Wellsville took a serious blow against Valley Christian in their previous meeting back in September of 2023, falling 53-13. Will Wellsville have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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