Ridgevue hadn't done well against Columbia recently (they were 1-6 in their previous seven matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Warhawks narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past the Wildcats 23-21. This was payback for the Warhawks, who suffered a 7-6 loss the last time these two teams met.
Ridgevue's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Braden Wagoner, who rushed for 80 yards and one touchdown.all of that, rushing production came thanks to one massive run The team also got some help courtesy of Hunter Schmittel, who rushed for 63 yards.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Ridgevue was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 257 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 163 rushing yards every time they've taken the field this season.
Warhawks
| Cohen Arsers | 1 |
| Cameron Johnson | 1 |
| Braden Wagoner | 1 |
Ridgevue didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Cohen Arsers, Cameron Johnson, and Wagoner picked up one apiece. Johnson got in on the action too, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Despite the defeat, Columbia had strong showings from Jackson Cheslak, who rushed for 57 yards and a pair of TDs, and Easton Zickgraf, who threw for 184 yards and one touchdown. Cheslak is also crushing it when it comes to rushing touchdowns: he's punched in at least two every time he's taken the field this season. Tyson Winkelman also helped out with an impressive 85 receiving yards.
Ridgevue's record now sits at 3-1. As for Columbia, their loss was their first of the season and also makes their record 3-1.
Coming up, Ridgevue is taking a road trip to challenge Caldwell at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Warhawks will be up against the Cougars' rather soft defense (which has allowed 44.25 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Columbia, they will be playing at home against Bishop Kelly at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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