Burmeister’s four scores lead Woodstock over Woodland

August 23, 2025

WOODSTOCK — Graham Burmeister passed for three touchdowns and ran for one to lead the Woodstock Wolverines in a 33-7 win over the visiting Woodland Wildcats.

The Wolverines struck first in the opening quarter when Burmeister connected on an 18-yard touchdown pass to Adrian Holliday. Woodstock added the extra point and led 7-0 with 5:21 remaining in the period.

Woodland’s defense held firm initially, but the Wolverines extended their lead in the second quarter when the quarterback powered in for a 1-yard touchdown run with 7:22 left in the first half. A blocked PAT kick kept the score 13-0.

The Wildcats responded less than two minutes later with a big play and score. Quarterback Sam Ray found Solomon James for a 42-yard touchdown pass, narrowing the Woodland deficit to 13-7 with 5:28 remaining before the intermission.

Woodstock gained control of the contest in the third quarter with a pair of touchdowns.

With 4:57 left in the quarter, a fumbled punt handed the Wolverines prime field position, and Woodstock capitalized with a quick touchdown. A successful PAT made the score 20-7. On their next possession, Burmeister fired his second touchdown pass to Holliday. The extra point failed, but Woodstock held a 26-7 advantage.

Burmeister tossed a 14-yard touchdown pass to Rylan Hubbard with 8:13 left in the fourth quarter for the game’s final score, 33-7.

Woodstock evened its season mark at 1-1 and hosts North Springs on Friday.

Woodland (0-2) has a bye week to regroup before traveling to Adairsville on September 5 for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff.