Rainier is 4-0 against Willamina since September of 2015, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Friday. The Rainier Columbians will hit the road for the first time this season to face off against the Willamina Bulldogs at 7:00 p.m. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Rainier is leaving town to face Willamina after disappointing their home crowd in their season opener. Rainier was dealt a 48-16 defeat at the hands of Stevenson on Friday. The Columbians' loss continues a trend for the team, making it eight in a row dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, Willamina took a blow against Kennedy on Friday, falling 39-6.
Willamina's defeat came about despite a quality game from Jacob Hadley, who rushed for 100 yards and a touchdown. Hadley's rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his third straight game with at least 100 rushing yards dating back to last season.
Willamina wouldn't let Kennedy keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Willamina can thank Bodhi Baller and Hondo Arenas for forcing both of them.
Everything came up roses for Rainier against Willamina when the teams last played back in October of 2019 as the squad secured a 51-8 victory. Does Rainier have another victory up their sleeve, or will Willamina turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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