Welch had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They were the clear victor by a 40-18 margin over the Sasakwa Vikings on Friday. The Wildcats might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won nine games by 22 points or more this season.
Sasakwa's loss came despite strong showings from Darius Henderson and Thaddeus Harjo. Henderson picked up 162 receiving yards and a touchdown, while Harjo threw for 222 yards and a touchdown. Henderson was no stranger to the big play, cutting upfield on a catch that went for 67 yards.
The victory was the third in a row for Welch, bringing their record for this year to 10-1. As for Sasakwa, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-4 record this season.
A feisty cat fight will be fought when the Welch Wildcats take on the Tipton Tigers at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Tipton will roll in looking for their 12th straight win, something Welch surely won't give up without a fight. Sasakwa does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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