The Holgate Tigers will challenge the Chalker Wildcats at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Holgate is coming in fresh off a high-stakes matchup with another one of Ohio's top teams: Cardinal Stritch, who was ranked ninth at the time (Holgate was ranked sixth). The Tigers simply couldn't be stopped two weeks ago as they easily beat the Cardinals 60-6. The Tigers' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Meanwhile, Chalker humbled McKinley with a 52-12 victory. The win continues a trend for the Wildcats in their matchups with the Trojans: they've now won four in a row.
Holgate better keep an eye on Tanner Kelson. He was instrumental in Chalker's win, rushing for 37 yards and one touchdown, while also throwing for 17 yards and one TD. That's the most rushing yards Kelson has posted since back in September of 2024.
Chalker was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 334 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as McKinley only rushed for 20.
Chalker's victory bumped their record up to 6-1. As for Holgate, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
Holgate was taken down by Chalker 68-8 when the teams last played back in October of 2024. Will the Tigers have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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