Wahkiakum had to endure a four-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They breezed by the Oakville Acorns at home to the tune of 52-20 on Friday. The Mules' offense checked out after the first half but had enough points banked to take the game anyway.
A big part of Wahkiakum's victory came down to the chemistry between Jayden Stoddard and his top target Parker Leitz. Stoddard rushed for 112 yards and a touchdown on only seven carries while Leitz gained 72 total yards and four touchdowns. The dominant performance also gave Leitz a new career-high in rushing yards. Another player making a difference was Mason Waldeck, who rushed for 72 yards and a touchdown on only eight carries.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Wahkiakum was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 205 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Wahkiakum's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged five passes before it was all said and done. Leitz and Joseph Merz were the leaders of the group effort as each produced two apiece.
Despite the loss, Oakville had strong showings from Daniel Rodas, who picked up 71 receiving yards and two touchdowns, and Gio Rodas, who gained 181 total yards. Daniel is on a roll when it comes to receiving touchdowns, as he's now hauled in two or more in the last four games he's played dating back to last season. Lewis Thompson got in on the action as well, returning a kick for a touchdown.
Wahkiakum's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Oakville, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Wahkiakum will face off against Ocosta at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Oakville, they will take on Taholah at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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