West Branch was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They were beaten by the Claysburg-Kimmel Bulldogs 49-12. The Warriors lost against the Bulldogs in their previous head to head back in September of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 27-19 score last time.
Conner Danko threw for 151 yards and a touchdown.
Troy Mentzer was his top target, picking up 83 receiving yards.
Claysburg-Kimmel's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Mason Campagna, who rushed for 183 yards and three touchdowns on only nine carries, and also threw for 117 yards and a touchdown. That's the most rushing yards Campagna has posted since back in September of 2023. Mark Lattieri was another key rusher, rushing for 154 yards and two touchdowns on only 13 carries.
West Branch's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Claysburg-Kimmel, the win snapped their losing streak at six games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 1-2 record.
West Branch will take on Mount Union at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Mount Union will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something West Branch surely won't give up without a fight. As for Claysburg-Kimmel, they will face off against Juniata Valley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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