The Belding Black Knights will head out to square off against the Holland Dutch at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Belding's defense has only allowed 13 points per game this season, so Holland's offense will have their work cut out for them.
Belding had to skate by with only a one-point margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 30-point drubbing they dealt Kelloggsville on Friday. The Black Knights claimed a resounding 44-14 victory over the Rockets. The game was pretty much decided by the half, when the score had already reached 38-14.
Meanwhile, Holland scored the most points they've had this season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They fell just short of Comstock Park by a score of 56-53. The Dutch have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Belding will have to contain Eli Wolters as he made an impact in Holland's last game. He threw for 504 yards and four TDs, and also rushed for 78 yards and one touchdown. Xavier Murphy was another key player, picking up 158 receiving yards and one score.
Belding's win bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Holland, their loss dropped their record down to 2-2.
Everything came up roses for Belding against Holland in their previous meeting back in September of 2024, as the squad secured a 50-21 victory. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Black Knights since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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