Eagle Grove defeats the Bulldogs 21-7

The Ogden high school football team’s defense came to play but a couple of ill-timed fumbles cost Ogden the victory in a 21-7 loss to Eagle Grove. 

Ogden started off with a quick start, putting up 7 points very early with a nice catch and run by Nathan Kennedy. He caught the pass about five yards from the line of scrimmage, and made a quick turn and ran half the field into the end zone. Nathan Kennedy has recently came back from injury so Head Coach Jacob Burger says having him back has been great for this team. Kennedy had 2 receptions for 72 yards. 

Ogden’s defense was strong for the most part all game. They held Eagle Grove to only 209 yards total. That is great for this defense who has struggled some in recent weeks. This was also the fewest points Ogden has allowed since their week one win against Woodward Academy. 

Ogden was able to move the ball though. They had 214 yards which isn’t great, but it was enough to move the ball. Freshman Sam Christensen carried most of the load with 94 yards passing on 15 attempts and 6 completions. He also carried the ball 26 times but only for 43 yards. They just had some mistakes deep in Eagle Grove territory. 

“Had a lot of chances to score some points and just couldn’t put it in, fumbling deep in their territory twice,” Burger said about the offense. Fumbles have been a big problem so far this season for Ogden. On Friday, it was two more in Eagle Grove’s territory that prevented Ogden from capitalizing on their long drives. 

Overall, Burger is pleased with the growth and development from the players. The team has improved week to week and he’s seeing it. 

Kids are improving and some of the freshmen are starting to play above their age.”