Walsh couldn't quite beat Wiley on Friday, but the two-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the 52-point defeat they were dealt last Friday. The Walsh Eagles fell just short of the Wiley Panthers by a score of 48-46. The Eagles' loss continues a trend for the team, making it four in a row.
Hudson Gourley threw for 352 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 11.4 yards per attempt, and also caught a touchdown.
Maddox Gourley was his top target, picking up 111 receiving yards and a touchdown, while also punching in a touchdown on the ground.
Wiley found their leader in underclassman Grant Mauch, who threw for 125 yards and three touchdowns, and also rushed for 81 yards on only five carries. Those 81 rushing yards gave Mauch a new career-high. Brenden Campbell was another key player, rushing for 104 yards and two touchdowns on only eight carries.
Walsh's defeat dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Wiley, the victory snapped their losing streak at 12 games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 1-5 record.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Walsh will host Granada at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Granada is coming into the game with three straight losses on the road, meaning Walsh will have to defend against a team hungry for a win. As for Wiley, they will play host again on Friday to welcome Cheraw, where kickoff is scheduled at 7:00 p.m. Wiley is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 27.8 points per game this season.
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