Trojan football loses to cross-town rival City High
The Trojans fell short to rival City High during the “Battle for the Boot” game on Sep. 24.
September 25, 2021
West took on cross-town rival City High and lost 56-7. This is the Little Hawks first win against the Trojans since the boot game of 2016.
With a pick six from City High’s Gable Mitchell ’22 and an 80-yard touchdown run from Joey Bouska ’22, the Little Hawks gained a large lead against West quickly.
Nate Gudenkauf ’22 caught a 28-yard touchdown pass from Jack Wallace ’25 in the middle of the third quarter. Matt Jetton ’22 made the point after and the Trojans were able to put 7 points on the scoreboard.
Next week the Trojans face off against Davenport Central at home for West High’s homecoming game.
Kicker Matt Jetton '22 raises his hand to signal his kickoff.
