Two Batavia second-half defensive stops stymied Wheaton North ‘s comeback attempt, allowing the Bulldogs to grab a 28-7 DuKane Conference win Friday at Bulldog Stadium.

Trailing 21-7, the Falcons started their first drive of the second half from their own 35-yard line. After five plays and a defensive penalty, Wheaton North advanced to Batavia’s 7-yard line down. Facing fourth down and 3 yards to go, Falcons quarterback Burke Neibch completed a 1-yard pass to Johnny Clayton, who was immediately tackled by Bulldog Andrew Culotta to force a turnover on downs.

Batavia (5-2, 4-1) went four-and-out on its ensuing drive resulting in Wheaton North starting its next possession at its 44-yard line.

Catching a 3-yard Neibch pass and rushing for 48-yards in six plays, Max Serbick advanced his

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