Football Recap: Wellsville Comes Up Short

By Team Reports Oct 12, 2024, 7:00pm

Football Recap: Wellsville Tigers vs. United Golden Eagles

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Wellsville was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They were dealt a 56-27 loss at the hands of the United Golden Eagles. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Tigers of the 48-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in October of 2023.

When it comes to explaining why Wellsville lost, don't look at Clayten Kersey. Despite the final result, he rushed for 37 yards and two touchdowns, and also threw for 234 yards and a touchdown. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Tyrell Watkins, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.

Wellsville's loss dropped their record down to 1-7. As for United, the victory (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 7-1.

Wellsville will take on Columbiana at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for United, it'll be Battle of the Birds when Golden Eagles takes on Valley Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. One thing working in United's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points in their last three contests.

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