The Connell Eagles will head out to face off against the Wapato Wolves at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Connell has given up an average of 27.6 points per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Connell is coming in off a wild two-game stretch: after soaring to 69 points last Friday, they were much more limited against Cashmere on Friday. They were outmatched by the Bulldogs and fell 50-10. The Eagles were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 29-3.
Wapato not only won on Friday, but they posted their biggest win since October 11, 2024 (when they won 60-14). They blew past Kiona-Benton 30-8. The Wolves' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Connell better keep an eye on Noel 'Buddy' Lopez. He was instrumental in Wapato's win, rushing for 208 yards and three scores while picking up 9.0 yards per carry. Lopez is becoming a predictor of the Wolves' success: when he posts at least 80 rushing yards the team is 2-1 (and 1-3 when he doesn't).
Wapato's victory bumped their record up to 3-4. As for Connell, they now also have a losing record of 3-4.
Everything came up roses for Connell against Wapato when the teams last played back in October of 2024, as the squad secured a 52-12 win. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Eagles since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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