Football Preview: Gallatin Raptors vs. Bozeman Hawks
Gallatin hasn't had much luck against Bozeman recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Gallatin Raptors will square off against the Bozeman Hawks at 7:00 p.m. Gallatin is looking to tack on another W to their five-game streak on the road dating back to last season.
Gallatin is headed in fresh off scoring the most points they have all season. They breezed by Russell on the road to the tune of 42-6 on Friday. Considering the Raptors have won three contests by more than 21 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Carter Dahlke was his usual excellent self, picking up 125 receiving yards and a touchdown, while also rushing for 79 yards and a touchdown. He really tore up the turf during one magnificent 79-yard run.
Meanwhile, Bozeman faced Great Falls in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. Bozeman lost 28-7 to Great Falls. The Hawks' defeat signaled the end of their 15-game winning streak dating back to last season.
Gallatin's win bumped their record up to 4-0. As for Bozeman, their loss ended an eight-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 3-1.
Friday's game might be decided in the on the ground. Gallatin has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 150.5 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Bozeman struggles in that department as they've been averaging 198.5. It's looking like Friday's matchup might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Gallatin came up short against Bozeman in their previous matchup back in September of 2023, falling 24-17. Can Gallatin avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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