Bertrand was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They were beaten by the Loomis Wolves 44-6. While losing is never fun, the Vikings can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Nebraska football rankings (they are ranked 86th, while the Wolves are ranked 11th).
Bertrand wouldn't let Loomis keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. Bertrand can thank Marshall Steinbrink and Thunder Nelson for forcing all of them.
Loomis' success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Jace Schukar led the charge by rushing for 100 yards and two touchdowns, while also picking up 45 receiving yards. Schukar's rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his seventh straight game with at least 100 rushing yards dating back to last season. Ben Trompke was another key pass catcher, picking up 78 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Bertrand's loss dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Loomis, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 7-0.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bertrand will head out to face off against Maywood/Hayes Center at 3:00 p.m. on Friday. Bertrand is facing Maywood/Hayes Center at the right time seeing as Maywood/Hayes Center is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Loomis, they are taking a road trip to take on Overton at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Loomis' favor is that they have posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season.
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