Bethune took care of business in their home opener on Saturday (and then some). They took their contest at home with ease, bagging a 55-7 victory over the Antonito Trojans. The win was some much needed relief for the Bobcats as it spelled an end to their nine-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Bethune's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Wyatt King led the charge by rushing for 60 yards and four touchdowns on only six carries, while also picking up 80 receiving yards and a touchdown. Another passer making a difference was Josh Salinas, who rushed for 59 yards and a touchdown.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Bethune was moving up and down the field and finished the game with 424 total yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Antonito only gained 138.
Antonito is on a six-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Bethune is packing up and heading out on the road for their first away game this season. they take on Deer Trail at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Bethune is no doubt hoping to put an end to a four-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Antonito, they will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Sierra Grande at 3:00 p.m. on September 20th.
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