Ruston’s District 2-5A Opponent Preview: West Monroe

Photo Credit: T. Scott Boatright

This week, we will have a brief daily preview of each of Ruston’s remaining district opponents. We will give you a quick look and a brief recap of last season’s result between the Bearcats and their respective opponent.

Ruston vs. West Monroe, Friday Nov. 4. 7 p.m.

Listen: Z107.5 FM

Stream: BearcatNationNetwork.com

West Monroe Rebels

Overall Record: 4-1

2022 Results

9/2: Sterlington W 24-7

9/9: East Ascension L 16-10 (OT)

9/16: RePublic (Tenn.) W 56-0

9/23: Scotlandville W 31-28

10/7: Pineville W 54-0

Last 5 seasons against Ruston

2017: West Monroe, 28-14

2018: West Monroe, 45-21

2018: West Monroe, 34-0 (Quarterfinals)

2019: West Monroe, 21-14

2020: West Monroe, DNP (Covid)

2021: West Monroe, 42-14

2021 quick recap: Ruston came in as the heavy favorite in this contest, but West Monroe spoiled the party on Ruston’s home field. The Rebels jumped out to a hot start in the first half, and the Bearcats could not overcome a solid rushing game from West Monroe.