Dooly County was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat dating back to last season. They had to suffer through a 45-16 loss at the hands of the Wheeler County Bulldogs. The Bobcats were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Bulldogs apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2023.
Wheeler County's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Alvin Ricks, who rushed for 195 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 9.8 yards per carry. That high mark didn't come from nowhere: Ricks now rushed for 100 or more in the last seven games he's played dating back to last season. Justin Culver was another key back, rushing for 201 yards and a touchdown while picking up 9.6 yards per carry.
Dooly County's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Wheeler County, the victory was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 4-1.
Dooly County will be playing at home against Montgomery County at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Wheeler County, they will head out to take on Hawkinsville at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Wheeler County's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points in their last three contests.
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