Wes-Del couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They took a blow against the Alexandria-Monroe Tigers on Friday, falling 41-12. The loss continues a trend for the Warriors in their matchups with the Tigers: they've now lost five in a row.
When it comes to explaining why Wes-Del lost, one person who can't be blamed is Brock Nauman. Despite the final result, he rushed for 87 yards and a touchdown.
Nauman wasn't the only one working in the rushing yards department: Wes-Del was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 208 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 176 rushing yards in five consecutive matches dating back to last season.
Brady Gast was a one-man wrecking crew for Alexandria-Monroe as he threw for 219 yards and three touchdowns while completing 72.7% of his passes, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground. Clayton Martin helped Gast out on the ground, rushing for 45 yards and a touchdown, while also catching a touchdown.
Wes-Del will take on Tri-Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Alexandria-Monroe, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Wabash at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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