Williamsport came into Friday's game having lost five straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They strolled past the Wilkes-Barre Wolfpack with points to spare on Friday, taking the game 34-20. For the Millionaires, this counts as revenge for the 55-14 victory the Wolfpack walked away with the last time they faced one another back in October of 2023.
Williamsport had a senior duo take command as Kahyear Whaley gained 115 total yards and a touchdown and Jamel Bailey Ii rushed for 53 yards and two touchdowns. Bailey Ii didn't just play on offense: he also picked up a sack and made four total tackles. Zion Hughes made the highlight reel by snagging an interception and taking it all the way to the house.
Wilkes-Barre's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was JORDAN KIESELOWSKY, who picked up 99 receiving yards and a touchdown.
The win got Williamsport back to even at 5-5. As for Wilkes-Barre, the defeat snapped their winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 5-5 record.
The two teams are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Williamsport will welcome Hazleton Area at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hazleton Area is coming into the match with three straight losses on the road, meaning Williamsport will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory. As for Wilkes-Barre, they will face off against Scranton at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Wilkes-Barre is facing Scranton at the right time seeing as Scranton is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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