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Bulldogs Falter Again in Nail-Biter Loss at Gators’ Lair
Despite flashes of grit and a late surge, Louis Runyon’s Bulldogs come up just short, dropping a tough 14-10 decision to the division-leading Gators.
Aberdare’s Bulldogs limped out of their Week 7 clash against the Gators, falling 14-10 in a game that exposed all their stubborn flaws and occasional sparks of promise. Under the watchful eye of head coach Louis Runyon, our team showed audacious bursts of brilliance, only to be stymied by clutch Gators execution and...
Dillon Thacker · Cynon Ledger · 10/20/1985
Bulldogs Outmatched as Shock’s Ruthless Front Seven Dominates at Home
Louis Runyon’s Bulldogs falter with inefficient offense and dominant Shock pass rush sealing a 26-10 defeat in Week 6.
In a game that exposed critical schematic mismatch issues, the Bulldogs (3-3) fell 26-10 at home against the division-leading Shock (5-1) on October 13, 1985. Head Coach Louis Runyon’s squad struggled to establish offensive rhythm against a relentless Shock front, led by an overpowering defensive line and discipline...
Efren Krueger · Cynon Ledger · 10/13/1985
High-Octane Shootout Ends in Overtime Heartbreak as Bulldogs Fall 35-29 to Scorpions
Despite an impressive 419 passing yards from Fred Celestine and five field goals from Earl Rivera, the Bulldogs drop their second straight game in a tightly contested battle in Arizona.
Numbers tell the story in this back-and-forth thriller that saw the Aberdare Bulldogs fall 35-29 in overtime to the Scorpions on October 6, 1985. Both teams boasted prolific pass attacks, with Bulldogs quarterback Fred Celestine throwing for a team-high 419 yards and two touchdowns, completing 37 of 64 attempts. Mea...
Allen Nelson · Cynon Ledger · 10/06/1985
Bulldogs Edge Voodoo 18-15 in Tight Week 4 Contest
The Bulldogs secured a narrow 18-15 victory over the Voodoo on September 29 at home in Aberdare. The win improves the Bulldogs’ season record to 3-1 and maintains their undefeated status in division play at 1-0. The Voodoo fall to 2-2 with a 2-1 division mark. Bulldogs head coach Louis Runyon’s squad struck first in...
Robert Wake · Cynon Ledger · 9/29/1985
Bulldogs Demolished in Iow – Runyon’s Squad Crumbled Under Hunters’ Assault
A brutal 33-7 drubbing in Iow leaves Bulldogs rattled and raises serious questions about Louis Runyon's game plan as the unbeaten Hunters assert their dominance.
There’s no sugarcoating it: the Bulldogs were slapped down and stamped out in their Week 3 clash against the relentless Hunters, a humiliating 33-7 defeat that exposed deep flaws in Coach Louis Runyon’s squad. Travelling into the heart of Iow, the Bulldogs hoped to build on their early form, but what they encountere...
Dillon Thacker · Cynon Ledger · 9/22/1985
Bulldogs Roar Loud in Freak Power’s House — Louis Runyon’s Team Takes Command with 31-23 Victory
In a statement game, the Bulldogs prove they’re not merely contenders but the team to beat after toppling Freak Power, 31-23.
Aberdare’s Bulldogs came to Freak Power territory and left no doubt who’s boss in Week 2 of the 1985 regular season, snapping the home team’s spirits with a commanding 31-23 victory. Under the unyielding leadership of head coach Louis Runyon, the Bulldogs notched their second straight win, notching a spotless 2-0 re...
Dillon Thacker · Cynon Ledger · 9/15/1985