Cotopaxi extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Saturday, dropping them down to 0-3. They took a blow against the Branson/Kim Bearcats, falling 45-7. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Pirates of the 54-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2024.
As for Branson/Kim, they now have a winning record of 2-1. The high-flying offensive performance was a huge turnaround for they considering their seven-point performance the contest before.
Will Doherty went supernova, rushing for 93 yards and two TDs on only eight carries, while also picking up 30 receiving yards and one score. That's the most rushing touchdowns he has posted since back in August of 2024. Another player making a difference was Cooper Winter, who threw for 85 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only seven passes.
Looking ahead, Cotopaxi will be playing at home against Primero at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Pirates will need to watch out since the Bulldogs have now posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season. As for Branson/Kim, they will head out to face off against Deer Trail at 1:00 p.m. on Friday.
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