The first home game for the Dothan Wolves at Rip Hewes Stadium turned into a high-scoring one — and a historic Wolves win over a ranked team.
Sparked by an offense that scored on eight of 13 possessions, the Wolves outslugged the Class 6A No. 6 ranked Wetumpka Indians 54-41.
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