Written by Will Limbaugh
The Algona High School football team started the season off with a scrimmage against Britt/West Hancock on August 21st.
The Bulldogs’ football team then hosted Spirit Lake on August 28th. The score was Spirit Lake 9, Algona 7. Quarterback Nathan Manske rushed in the only Bulldog touchdown. Another highlight was Cael Rotert blocking a Spirit Lake punt. When asked about the game, senior Mason Ulrich stated, “When times get tough, we get tougher.”
Last Friday, September 4th, the Algona football team faced off against non-District opponent Carroll Kuemper. The score was Carrol Kuemper 45, Algona 7. Wide receiver Owen Noyed caught the lone Bulldog touchdown.
Tonight the Bulldogs play the Forest City Indians. The Dogs and Indians both go into the game with a record of 0-2.