Somerville falls to state ranked Flatonia 28-0

Defense plays well, causes turnovers

SOMERVILLE’S PHILIP HABA throws the ball away from Flatonia defender Dakory Willis during the Yeguas’ loss to the Bulldogs Friday night at The Rock. -- Tribune photo by Denise Hornaday
SOMERVILLE’S PHILIP HABA throws the ball away from Flatonia defender Dakory Willis during the Yeguas’ loss to the Bulldogs Friday night at The Rock. -- Tribune photo by Denise Hornaday

The Somerville Yeguas had some strong defensive plays and held Flatonia to their second lowest scoring output of the year in a 28-0 home loss last Friday.

Somerville fell to 2-5 overall and 0-2 in district play, while Flatonia, ranked number eight in the state, improved to 7-1 and 2-0 in the league.

The Yeguas, who will face winless Louise on the road this Friday, have a chance to secure a playoff s…