Welch took care of business in their home opener on Friday (and then some). They took their matchup at home with ease, bagging a 46-14 victory over the Claremore Christian Warriors. The match was pretty much decided by the half, when the score had already reached 32-0.
Mason Clinton was a one-man wrecking crew for Welch as he rushed for 206 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 11.4 yards per carry, and also threw for 66 yards and a touchdown on only five passes. That's the most total yards Clinton has posted since back in September of 2023.
Welch wouldn't let Claremore Christian keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Welch can thank Clinton and Dakota Bidwell for forcing both of them. Clinton was no stranger to the big play, taking off on a dash that went for 62 yards.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Welch was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 467 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 217 rushing yards in five consecutive games dating back to last season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Welch will head out to square off against Foyil at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Welch is looking to tack on another W to their five-game streak on the road dating back to last season. As for Claremore Christian, they will venture away from home to take on South Coffeyville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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