After low-scoring totals in their previous four matchup, Dewey brought some dynamite into their most recent game. They claimed a resounding 45-6 win over the Westville Yellowjackets. The victory was some much needed relief for the Bulldoggers as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
Dewey got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Jayden Vallen out in front who rushed for 142 yards and a pair of TDs on only 12 carries. Vallen's longest rush was for an impressive 53 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Easton Davis was another key player, rushing for 135 yards and two touchdowns on only 12 carries.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Dewey was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 465 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Dewey didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Kkavery Weathers. Fenix Bolding was another major factor on D, picking up a sack and making 15 total tackles.
Dewey's victory was their first in the district, bumping their district record up to 1-2 and their overall record up to 2-4. As for Westville, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-5.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Dewey will face off against rival Webster at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Westville is set to square off against their familiar foe Chandler at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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