Winfield Shuts Out Buhler in Road Victory, 44-0

The Winfield Vikings continued their strong form with a 44-0 shutout win over the Buhler Crusaders on Tuesday night. Dominating both sides of the ball, Winfield used a multi-contributor approach to sustain drives, convert scoring opportunities, and apply consistent defensive pressure throughout the game.

Team Performance Overview

Offensively, Winfield demonstrated balance and versatility, with seven players contributing across all key statistical categories. Emma Coley led all scorers with 22 touchdowns, despite posting only moderate yardage figures. Her performance underscores Winfield’s ability to capitalize in short-yardage and goal-line scenarios.

Sarah Coley was a standout two-way player, posting a team-high 223 rushing yards while adding 243 interception yards, 232 tackles, and an impressive 52 sacks on defense. Her presence influenced both field position and tempo, setting the tone early and sustaining it throughout.

Rey Leon’s identical stat totals across all categories (7 each) reflected consistent involvement in all phases, reinforcing the Vikings’ depth and flexibility. Mitchell Wright, Kevin George, and Andrew Gill each posted well-rounded performances with escalating contributions (from 2 to 4 units across categories), further strengthening the team’s output.

Mason Coley contributed evenly with one tally in every tracked category, including a touchdown, highlighting the team’s depth and willingness to spread responsibilities across the roster.

Defensive Control

Defensively, the Vikings delivered a comprehensive performance. Every listed player recorded at least one tackle, sack, and interception, limiting Buhler’s ability to generate offensive momentum. The team’s ability to force turnovers and win the battle at the line of scrimmage was a key factor in securing the shutout.

Sarah Coley’s 232 tackles and 52 sacks set the defensive tone, while support from the remaining unit ensured Buhler had minimal time and space to operate.

Conclusion

Winfield’s 44-0 win was a result of methodical execution, depth across the lineup, and effective game management. The shutout improves the Vikings’ record and reinforces their position as a fundamentally sound and well-prepared squad as the season continues.

Box Score – Winfield vs. Buhler (4/22/25)