Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Red Bud). They breezed by the Sparta/Steeleville Bulldogs at home to the tune of 49-14 on Thursday. Considering the Musketeers have won three matchups by more than 22 points this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
Red Bud had a senior duo take command as Gavin Baldwin rushed for 71 yards and two touchdowns on only seven carries and Lucas Schwartzkopf gained 56 total yards and three touchdowns. Colt Hess made the highlight reel by snagging an interception and taking it all the way to the house.
One reason for the win was Red Bud's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for five sacks. Corbin Lange was especially locked on to Sparta/Steeleville's QB and sacked him twice.
Red Bud now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Sparta/Steeleville, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-5.
Red Bud will head out on the road to square off against Dupo at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Dupo has been dominant on offense recently, as they've racked up an incredible 123 points over their last three games. As for Sparta/Steeleville, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Wesclin at 7:00 p.m. Sparta/Steeleville is facing Wesclin at the right time seeing as Wesclin is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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