Axtell scored the most points they've had all season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They received a blow as they fell 58-44 to the Wilcox-Hildreth Falcons. The loss leaves the Wildcats without a win on the season.
Axtell's loss came despite strong showings from Elijah Bergstrom and Jacob Halvorsen. Bergstrom gained 247 total yards and three touchdowns, while Halvorsen gained 248 total yards and two touchdowns. Bergstrom was no stranger to the big play, connecting on a big catch that went for 54 yards.
Even though they lost, Axtell was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 218 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 160 rushing yards in nine consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Axtell's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Wilcox-Hildreth, the win got them back to even at 2-2.
Axtell will look to defend their home field on Friday against Kenesaw at 7:00 p.m. As for Wilcox-Hildreth, they will welcome Blue Hill at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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