Football Recap: Kadoka Keeps Bennett County's Under Pressure

Kole Hermann

Rushing Yards

09/26/25 vs New Underwood	222
09/12/25 vs Bennett County	170
10/03/25 @ Bennett County	130
09/19/25 vs Philip	94
08/29/25 vs Lyman	67
+ 1 more games

Bennett County came into Friday's matchup looking for another win against Kadoka, but Kole Hermann wouldn't allow it. The Kougars snuck past the Warriors with a 36-32 victory on Friday for which the team can thank Hermann, who rushed for 130 yards and two scores, and also picked up 47 receiving yards and one TD. He has become a key player for Kadoka: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least 100 rushing yards, but 1-2 otherwise.

One reason for the win was Kadoka's imposing defensive line, which managed to get into the backfield for three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Cayden Patterson, Jordan Eisenbraun, and Martin Badure, who each picked up one sack apiece.

The win got Kadoka back to even at 3-3. As for Bennett County, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-4 record this season.

Kadoka will head out to take on Hill City at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Bennett County, they will challenge Wall at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Warriors will need to watch out since the Eagles have now posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season.