Wilbur-Creston-Keller extended their postseason success on Saturday against Naselle. They were the clear victor by a 52-28 margin over the Naselle Comets. The Wildcats might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 12 games by 24 points or more this season.
Wilbur-Creston-Keller had a senior duo take command as Preston Michel gained 313 total yards and two touchdowns and Kallen Maioho rushed for 122 yards and five touchdowns on only 15 carries. Maioho's rushing production has been exceptional as that marked his seventh straight game with at least 109 rushing yards.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Wilbur-Creston-Keller was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 526 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 187 rushing yards in 26 consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Despite the loss, Naselle still got an impressive performance from Jack Strange, who rushed for 158 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 7.9 yards per carry, and also picked up 44 receiving yards.
Wilbur-Creston-Keller's victory bumped their record up to 13-0. As for Naselle, the loss snapped their winning streak at 11 games and leaves them with a 11-1 record.
Wilbur-Creston-Keller will face off against Liberty Christian on Friday. One thing working in Liberty Christian's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season. Naselle does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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