After flying high against Summerfield last Friday, Montpelier came back down to earth. The Locomotives were outmatched by the Whiteford Bobcats and fell 60-7. While losing is never fun, the Locomotives can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' football rankings in their respective home states (they are ranked 499th in Ohio, while the Bobcats are ranked 108th in Michigan).
Hayden Sharps threw for 159 yards and one touchdown while completing 76.9% of his passes. Wesley Hartsock was his top target, picking up 63 receiving yards.
Montpelier dropped their record down to 3-3 with the defeat, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season. As for Whiteford, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 4-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Montpelier will host Ottawa Hills at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Locomotives will be up against the Green Bears' rather soft defense (which has allowed 30.83 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Whiteford, they will welcome Non Varsity Opponent at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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