Middletown couldn't quite beat Kelseyville on Friday, but the three-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the 21-point defeat they were dealt two weeks ago. The Middletown Mustangs fell just short of the Kelseyville Knights by a score of 24-21. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Mustangs have suffered against the Knights since November 19, 2016.
It was another big night for Kyle Watkins, who rushed for 246 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 11.2 yards per carry for Kelseyville. The dominant performance gave Watkins a new career-high in rushing yards. Michael Dejohn was another key player, gaining 205 total yards and a touchdown.
Middletown's defeat ended a seven-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 1-2. As for Kelseyville, their victory bumped their record up to 3-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Middletown will venture away from home to challenge Clear Lake at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Middletown is facing Clear Lake at the right time seeing as Clear Lake is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Kelseyville, they are taking a road trip to square off against Cloverdale at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Cloverdale's defense has only allowed 14.2 points per game this season, so Kelseyville's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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