Game of the Week Preview: Bath Wildcats vs. Celina Bulldogs
September 29, 2024, at 7 p.m.
Live on Lima Sports Radio 93.1 The Fan
This Friday, the Bath Wildcats will host the Celina Bulldogs in a key Western Buckeye League (WBL) matchup. Both teams are battling for position in the WBL standings, with plenty of storylines leading into this exciting contest.
The Bath Wildcats come into this game with a 4-2 overall record, including some tight victories. Their latest game was a 26-0 setback to Ottawa-Glandorf. Bath will look to bounce back this week solidifying it’s standing as a WBL contender. If they win this week, it will set up a huge showdown with Wapakoneta next week with a WBL title on the line. Quarterback Zach Welsch has been the key to their offensive success, he’s 2nd in the WBL in passing yards this season with over 1,500 yards and 9 touchdowns. His connection with wide receivers like Jaxon Foster and Ethan Cole has been a significant factor in Bath’s ability to stay competitive in games. Bath’s defense will also need to step up to limit Celina’s potent rushing attack.
Celina comes into this game with a 4-2 record with both losses coming in conference play. After a strong 52-36 win over Bath last season, the Bulldogs are aiming to replicate that success. Their offense has been firing on all cylinders, averaging over 30 points per game this season and over 240 yards rushing a game. Celina’s offense, is led by the rushing tandem of quarterback Bobby Morris and running back Jon Lutz who have both have rushed for over 500 yards each on the season. Celina’s ability to control the clock with its run game and dominate defensive will be key to their success.
This game is crucial for both teams, with Bath trying to keep their WBL title hopes alive and Celina trying to make a push for the playoffs. The Wildcats’ defense will need to slow down Celina’s high-powered rush offense to give their team a chance at victory.
Tune in to 93.1 The Fan on Friday at 7 p.m. to catch all the action in this exciting WBL showdown!
-David Mansell
