Welcome to week three of the Durga Insurance Catchup! It’s been an exciting week in the West Michigan and Muskegon area. Here’s everything you need to know about this week’s action.
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On the Mark
Let’s get into the action with our weekly football picks. Check them out below!
After week three, our intern has expanded their lead! While everyone had a successful week, a few crucial wins are needed to catch up.
Top 5 Must-Watch Football Games
Here are our top five must-watch football games for the week:
Top 5 Must-Watch Football Games
Number 5: RP vs. GR Union
RP is looking to even their season at 2-2, but they face a tough opponent in GR Union, a squad known for its impressive talent.
Number 4: Hart vs. Kent City
Hart is riding high after beating rival Shelby and will look to maintain their momentum against a well-rounded Kent City team.
Number 3: Grand Haven vs. Caledonia
Grand Haven comes off a significant victory over West Ottawa and is ready to challenge Caledonia with their newfound momentum.
Number 2: Mona Shores vs. Byron Center
Mona Shores is on fire, winning all three of their regular-season games thus far, including a decisive win over Hamady last week.
Number 1: Whitehall vs. Montague
The big one is here—the Battle for the Bell! Montague is coming off some solid wins, including victories over Oakridge and Orchard View. Whitehall has faced tough competition, including Zeeland West and Unity Christian. This rivalry game promises to be a must-see!
Top Area Highlights
Here are the top 10 highlights from the week:
Number 7: Whitehall Girls Golf
Grace McDowell claimed the individual title with an average score of 86.5 at the WMC Girls Golf Play, leading Whitehall to a team victory.
Number 6: Holton Football
The Red Devils faced the unfortunate decision to terminate their team late last week due to low numbers and safety concerns. They were set to play MCC, who has now found a new opponent in Centreville.
Number 5: Montague Soccer
The Cats secured wins over Fremont and Manistee, propelling them to first place. They face the Norsemen of NM in their final conference game.
Number 4: Whitehall Boys Cross Country
Senior runner Stewart Waters excelled at the WMC Invitational, winning with a time of 17:18.28 and helping his team to a strong second-place finish.
Number 3: Ludington Girls Cross Country
Sophomore Lowman won the WMC Invitational with a time of 20:21.27, showcasing her consistent performance throughout the season.
Number 2: Hart Football
In a thrilling week three rivalry match, Hart claimed “The Jug” with a decisive win over Shelby. They will be looking to continue their success against Kent City next week.
Number 1: Reeths-Puffer Football
In a standout performance against Spring Lake, sophomore Bryce Muskovin rushed for 198 yards on 16 carries, averaging 12.37 yards per carry and scoring two touchdowns. He also contributed defensively, leading the Rockets to a 26-14 win.
That wraps up this week’s edition of the Durga Insurance Catchup. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more updates and highlights. Thanks for tuning in!
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