On Friday, Nikiski faced Seward in a battle between two of the state's top teams. The Nikiski Bulldogs lost 36-14 to the Seward Seahawks. The Bulldogs have struggled against the Seahawks recently, as their game on Friday was their fifth consecutive lost matchup.
It was another big night for Ronan Bickling, who rushed for 143 yards and three touchdowns on only nine carries for Seward. Bickling got the majority of those rushing yards when he took off on a run that went for an incredible 80 yards. Noah Price was another key back, rushing for 82 yards and a touchdown.
Nikiski's loss dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Seward, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Nikiski will welcome Monroe Catholic at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Nikiski is facing Monroe Catholic at the right time seeing as Monroe Catholic is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Seward, they will look to defend their home field on Saturday against Valdez. Seward will be looking to keep their six-game home win streak dating back to last season alive.
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