Wellsville lost against East Palestine back in September of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Wellsville Tigers and the East Palestine Bulldogs were almost perfectly matched up, but the Wellsville Tigers suffered a 28-27 loss. The Tigers have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Wellsville's loss came despite strong showings from Clayten Kersey and Tyrell Watkins. Kersey threw for 154 yards and three touchdowns, while Watkins gained 125 total yards and three touchdowns.
Wellsville wouldn't let East Palestine keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Wellsville can thank Landon Ramsey and Tashawn Williams for forcing both of them.
Wellsville's defeat dropped their record down to 1-6. As for East Palestine, they now have a winning record of 4-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Wellsville will challenge United at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. United's defense has only allowed 12.1 points per game this season, so Wellsville's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for East Palestine, they will face off against Columbiana at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. East Palestine is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 31.4 points per game this season.
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