Football Recap: Joliet Takes a Loss

By Team Reports Sep 22, 2024, 1:39pm

Football Recap: Joliet J Hawks vs. Red Lodge/Belfry/Roberts

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Joliet has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 15.75 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They had to suffer through a 49-8 loss at the hands of Red Lodge/Belfry/Roberts. That makes it the first time this season the J Hawks have let down their home crowd.

Despite the loss, Joliet still got an impressive performance from Jake Cook, who rushed for 95 yards, and also picked up 46 receiving yards.

Having lost for the first time this season, Joliet fell to 3-1. As for Red Lodge/Belfry/Roberts, the victory made it two in a row for them and also bumps their season record up to 3-1.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Joliet will welcome Roundup at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Joliet is facing Roundup at the right time seeing as Roundup is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Red Lodge/Belfry/Roberts, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Huntley Project at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.

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