Wakulla had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They enjoyed a cozy 37-20 win over the Leon Lions on Thursday. Given the War Eagles' advantage in MaxPreps' Florida football rankings (they are ranked 112th, while the Lions are ranked 326th) , the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Owen Klees
| 08/21/25 @ Leon | 150.6 |
| 11/15/24 vs Menendez | 100 |
| 11/07/24 vs Suwannee | 113.8 |
| 11/01/24 vs Gadsden County | 77.8 |
| 10/25/24 @ Baker County | 119.6 |
| + 4 more games |
Owen Klees was nothing short of spectacular: he threw for 276 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 12.5 yards per attempt. What's more, he racked up 150.6 passer rating, the most he's had since back in September of 2024. Jeremiah Washington helped Klees out on the ground, rushing for 161 yards while picking up 10.1 yards per carry.
Wakulla was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 242 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Leon only rushed for nine rushing yards.
Wakulla's defense stepped up as well, laying out Brooks Warmack. five times. That dominant display was truly a team effort as five different players picked up one apiece. Wakulla received some extra help from Andrew Nelson, whose fumble return for a touchdown made for one of the most unforgettable moments.
When it comes to explaining why Leon lost, don't look at Markeith Buggs. Despite the final result, he picked up 142 receiving yards.
Wakulla has already played their next game, a 27-21 defeat against Taylor County on the 29th. As for Leon, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 21-19 loss against Bozeman on the 29th.
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