Continuing the Crook County News Since 1884
It was a battle between two of the top five seeded teams this past week as the #2 ranked Wheatland Bulldogs came to town to face the #4 Upton-Sundance Patriots. Both teams came into the game undefeated but it was the Patriots who were able to keep their record.
A rapid offensive start put the Patriots to a third and long position. Quarterback Brad Kruger then found Brayden Bruce on a quick slant and Bruce was able to find the end zone for a 53-yard touchdown run as the Patriots jumped out to a speedy 6-0 lead.
As the Bulldogs took over on offense, the Patriot defense held their ground. A quart...