Columbia Falls had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They fell 17-13 to the Fergus Golden Eagles. Despite 191 more yards than the Golden Eagles, the Wildcats couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
Columbia Falls' defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Trip Ross, who rushed for 102 yards and one TD. Ross also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, picking up a sack and making 12 total tackles. Columbia Falls also got help from Easton Brooks, who showed off his sure hands for 117 receiving yards.
Don't try to pin the team's loss on the defense: they kept the trenches locked down and allowed a mere 1.8 yards per carry. The team can thank Ross for the heroic effort on defense: he. Columbia Falls' ground attack was stronger, having averaged 3.8.
Looking ahead, Columbia Falls will face off against Frenchtown at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Fergus, they will take on Custer County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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