The Red River Bulldogs will be defending their home-field for the first time this season they go up against the St. Mary Tigers at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Red River is headed into their home opener looking to turn things around after opening their season on the road. They lost 26-6 to Catholic of Pointe Coupee on Friday. The Bulldogs' loss continues a trend for the team, making it four in a row dating back to last season.
Red River wouldn't let Catholic of Pointe Coupee keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force four fumbles. Nathaniel Burton led the group effort, picking up two of those forced fumbles all by himself. He also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, picking up a sack, forcing two fumbles, and making nine total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Meanwhile, St. Mary was beaten by Bunkie 39-6 on Friday. The Tigers were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 26-0.
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