Halfback Tim Jackson gets the handoff from quarterback Ryan Fick early in the playoff game against Davenport Assumption Monday (11/8) at TouVelle Stadium. Bettendorf, unbeaten and ranked second in the state poll, advanced to the 4A football semifinals with a convincing 31-7 win over the Knights (7-3). The Bulldogs scored three times on passes from Fick to wide receiver Chris Ivory and Jackson added a 30-yard TD run. A 25-yard fieldgoal by Chris Mahoski completed the Bettendorf scoring. Bettendorf will face Iowa City High in the Friday (11/12) game in the UNI Dome. For additional photos click on the more button below.
Kicker Chris Mahoski lines up a field goal early in the first half.
Coaches huddle with players to make defensive adjustments.
The Bettendorf team captains await the second half coin toss.
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