BURLINGTON, IA — The Bombers added another impressive chapter to their 2064 campaign on November 16, cruising to a 25-3 victory over the struggling Red Rocks. Building on their season-long momentum, head coach William McClure’s squad extended their winning streak to five games with a performance that emphasized physicality and control.

The Red Rocks entered this Week 11 matchup with an 0-10 record and no signs of stopping their tough season, while the Bombers bolstered their strong 9-2 standing and maintained their lead atop the division. The game quickly took shape as a showcase of Burlington’s running attack and defensive fortitude.

From the opening quarter, the Bombers set the tone. Edward Garrett, the breakout running back, punctuated a sustained drive with a one-yard touchdown run at 6:53 in the first quarter. It was the kind of statement play that galvanized the team and energized the sidelines. Special teams continued to serve the Bombers well on field position, with multiple punts pinning the Red Rocks deep inside their territory.

Robert Johnson, who was reliable all game, added a 32-yard field goal early in the second quarter to make it 10-0. Johnson didn’t stop there, later drilling field goals from 50 and three total attempts to keep the scoreboard ticking. Meanwhile, jack-of-all-trades Jack Calabrese added his own touchdown on a decisive 7-yard run that padded the Bombers’ lead to 17-0 before halftime.

The Bombers’ offensive strategy stayed clear: dominate on the ground and limit mistakes. Despite a slightly modest passing day (20 completions on 32 attempts for 165 yards) there was no need to force anything as running backs Edward Garrett (74 rushing yards and 70 receiving yards including a touchdown reception) and Jack Calabrese (55 rushing yards and 10 receiving yards with a receiving touchdown) steadily moved the chains. Their 45 carries for 200 rushing yards was a clear driver of the game’s pace and possession control.

Defense continued its lockdown scheme as well, holding the Red Rocks to just 213 passing yards but more importantly stifling them with six sacks, spearheaded by Brian Fox who recorded three. The lone turnover forced was a key interception by Ralph Johnson that epitomized the defense’s discipline and ball-hawking ability. Red Rocks quarterback Dustin McGrew completed 19 passes but failed to find the end zone, and the home team's offense never found rhythm enough to challenge the Bombers’ dominance.

The Red Rocks only points came via a 40-yard field goal by James White early in the third quarter, a momentary glimmer, but it was clear Burlington had control throughout. Penalties dogged the Bombers a bit with 6 infractions for 60 yards, but the team absorbed these miscues without losing momentum.

This win preserves the Bombers’ place at the top of the division with a 3-1 mark and continues their playoff push. The cohesion and physical toughness the team has built under Coach McClure all season remain on full display. This victory, combining a rugged ground game with a suffocating pass rush, sends a clear message to the rest of the league — the Bombers aren’t just contenders; they’re a force few want to face.

As the regular season heads into its final stretch, Burlington’s faithful can be optimistic. This team looks battle-tested and confident, with the kind of continuity and locker-room culture that makes postseason success possible. The Bombers have found their stride, and they’re making every game count on their road to the playoffs.