GAME OVERVIEW:
Both teams come into the game off of huge victories in their respective season openers - the Buccs winning in the waning moments over New Bremen and Bethel blowing out Northridge. The adversity Covington has faced so far this season is well documented, but Buccaneer fans are looking for some much-needed "Good Luck" from here on out. Bethel has touted its committment to the off-season program, which the Bees hope will pay dividends throughout 2010. Tonight's game will be a great indicator for the Bees as to just how far they've come.
ABOUT BETHEL:
The Bees are coming off a 6-4 season a year ago (5-4 in the CCC) and return a lot of talent from that team. Bethel has plenty of ammunition with the return of senior quarterback Ben Schweiterman and senior back Jordan Holtvolt. Bethel will be strong in the trenches with seniors Brain Green and Scott Poffenberger leading the way with juniors Dustin Myers, Colin Hoke and Jeremiah Lawson. Reports indicate Bethel has had improved numbers in the off-season programs, which should bode well for coach Brad Clendening and a roster of 41 kids.
WEATHER AT GAME TIME:
Sunny and 70° at kickoff with gusty winds expected. The winds should die down as the game progresses, while the temparature drops to around 65° by game's end.
SERIES HISTORY:
Covington leads the series dual 20-5 with Bethel's last win over the Buccs coming in 2004 on Smith Field, 21-7. Last season Covington defeated Bethel 35-18.
COVINGTON'S RECORD: 1-0
BETHEL'S RECORD: 1-0
