Leetonia was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 15th straight loss dating back to last season. They were outmatched by the Wellsville Tigers at home and fell 35-0. The Bears lost against the Tigers in their previous head to head back in September of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 14-0 score last time.
Tyrell Watkins was his usual excellent self, rushing for 155 yards and two touchdowns on only 12 carries, while also picking up 61 receiving yards and a touchdown for Wellsville. Watkins' longest rush was for an impressive 65 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Richie Wyse was another key player, rushing for 79 yards and two touchdowns on only eight carries.
Leetonia's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Wellsville, the win snapped their losing streak at nine games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 1-4 record.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Leetonia will take on Columbiana at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Leetonia is facing Columbiana at the right time seeing as Columbiana is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Wellsville, they will be defending their home-field for the first time this season they go up against Valley Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Valley Christian's defense has only allowed 12 points per game this season, so Wellsville's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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