Wadena-Deer Creek couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They had to suffer through a 38-7 loss at the hands of the Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg Fighting Saints. The Wolverines were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 22-0.
Hunter Engelke was the offensive standout of the contest as he threw for 246 yards and three touchdowns on only 15 passes.
Wadena-Deer Creek will head out to take on Pillager at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Wadena-Deer Creek is no doubt hoping to put an end to a five-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg, they will look to take advantage of their home-field for the first time this season as they take on Benson at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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