WILLISTON - Mandan's passing game was clicking and the Braves' defense kept Williston's air attack in check in the Braves, 42-16 WDA victory on Oct. 9 at WHS Legends Field. Mandan improved their record to 2-1 in the Western Dakota Association and 4-3 overall. Williston remains in search of their first win at 0-3 in WDA play and 0-7 overall.

Mandan struck first on Daniel Wentz's 32-yard reception from quarterback Weston Reiner in the opening quarter. The Braves would score 35 first half points. Wentz would catch two more touchdowns. Reiner ended with 142 yards passing on 8 of 17 passing. Leading rusher Tate Sailer ran for a pair of scores and 155 yards on 20 carries.

Williston's offense got going in the second half. Anthony Naea scored on a 28-yard run. He finished with 62 yards on eight carries. And quarterback Noah Rath found Brian Teghen for a 19-yard pass in the fourth quarter. Rath finished 6 of 16 for 42 yards.

Mandan will look to continue their winning streak as they face Minot, who are also seeking their first win, on October 16. Williston will aim for a turnaround against Bismarck, who are currently leading the WDA with a 3-0 record, on the same date.