West Rusk couldn't quite beat Troup on Friday, but the two-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the 65-point loss they were dealt two weeks ago. The West Rusk Raiders fell just short of the Troup Tigers by a score of 25-23. The Raiders were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tigers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in October of 2023.
When it comes to explaining why West Rusk lost, don't look at Judson Dotson. Despite the final result, he picked up 168 receiving yards and a touchdown. Dotson was no stranger to the big play, cutting upfield on a catch that went for 63 yards.
West Rusk wouldn't let Troup keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. West Rusk can thank Cameron Robinson and Adrian Vargas for forcing all of them. Vargas also made 11 total tackles, which is notable because West Rusk is 2-1 when he posts at least three total tackles, but 1-4 otherwise. West Rusk got some further help from Cole Jackson: he made 25 total tackles.
Bryce Wallum was his usual excellent self, rushing for 177 yards and three touchdowns for Troup.
This is the second loss in a row for West Rusk and nudges their season record down to 3-5. As for Troup, their victory was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 6-3.
Coincidentally, both will both be playing Buffalo the next time they take the field. West Rusk will head out to face Buffalo at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, while Troup will host them at 7:30 p.m. on November 8th.
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