Football Recap: Axtell's Luck Takes a Turn for the Worse on Friday

By Team Reports Oct 21, 2024, 4:06pm

Football Recap: Axtell Longhorns vs. Italy Gladiators

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It was fun while it lasted, but Axtell's undefeated season came to an end after seven games on Friday. They took a 21-7 bruising from the Italy Gladiators. The contest marked the Longhorns' lowest-scoring match so far this season.

It was another big night for Gared Wood, who rushed for 186 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 8.9 yards per carry for Italy. Wood really tore up the turf during one magnificent 93-yard run.

Having lost for the first time this season, Axtell fell to 7-1. As for Italy, their win was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 6-1.

Coincidentally, both will both be playing Bosqueville the next time they take the field. Italy will head out to face Bosqueville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, while Axtell will host them at 7:00 p.m. on November 1st.

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