Heath had lost three straight at home, but on Friday they dropped down to 1-4 to make it four. They took a 38-22 bruising from the Mt. Vernon Yellowjackets. The Bulldogs were not able to make up for their defeat to the Yellowjackets from their previous meeting back in September of 2024.
As for Mt. Vernon, they now have a winning record of 3-2. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Mason Richards was his usual excellent self, rushing for 125 yards and two touchdowns, while also throwing for 117 yards and a pair of TDs while completing 80% of his passes. Those 117 passing yards gave him a new career-high.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Heath will challenge Johnstown-Monroe at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Bulldogs will be up against the Johnnies' rather soft defense (which has allowed 30 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Mt. Vernon, they will host Zanesville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The game will give the Yellowjackets their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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