Red Bud's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They claimed a resounding 47-20 win over the Carlyle Indians/Lady Indians on the road. The Musketeers' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Red Bud to victory, but perhaps none more so than Gavin Baldwin, who rushed for 182 yards and a touchdown on only ten carries. Baldwin also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, picking up a sack and making three total tackles. Landon Ruebusch was another key passer, throwing for 189 yards and four touchdowns on only 15 passes.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Red Bud was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 235 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in September of 2023.
The victory got Red Bud back to even at 2-2. As for Carlyle, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 1-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Red Bud will welcome Sparta/Steeleville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Red Bud is facing Sparta/Steeleville at the right time seeing as Sparta/Steeleville is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Carlyle, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Dupo at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Dupo will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Carlyle surely won't give up without a fight.
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