Kathleen couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They took a blow against the Ridge Community Bolts on Friday, falling 40-7. The Red Devils were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Bolts apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in October of 2023.
Kelin Hendrix rushed for 77 yards on only ten carries.
Rashard Kelly was his top target, picking up 33 receiving yards.
Lavonski Tubbs was a one-man wrecking crew for Ridge Community as he rushed for 218 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 12.8 yards per carry. Tubbs was no stranger to the big play, taking off on a dash that went for 58 yards. Another player making a difference was Amire Hall, who threw for 78 yards and two touchdowns.
Kathleen is headed away from home for the first time to square off against Mulberry at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Ridge Community, they will challenge Lake Wales at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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