Westerly Football Falls to St. Raphael 14-7 in Rain-Soaked Battle

PAWTUCKET — The Westerly football team's defense bounced back in a big way Friday but it was not enough to win in a 14-7 out-of-division loss to St. Raphael in rainy and windy conditions.

The game, played in adverse weather, saw Westerly's defense put forth a significantly improved performance compared to previous outings. However, the offense struggled to capitalize, managing only a single touchdown. St. Raphael's 14 points proved decisive in the low-scoring affair. The loss drops Westerly's record in out-of-division play, while St. Raphael secures a hard-fought victory.

With the defeat, Westerly will look to regroup and address offensive inconsistencies as it returns to division play. The team's defensive resurgence offers a positive takeaway, but the inability to score in critical moments remains a concern. Next up, Westerly aims to bounce back in its upcoming schedule, while St. Raphael builds momentum from the win.