The Chieftains won with a new quarterback with a familiar last name, a familiar running back named Carter Caudill and a strong defensive effort, while Sidney took the field with a new coach and is learning what it means to play hard for four quarters. By Marcus Hartman for Press Pros Bellefontaine, OH — The
Tipp’s star-studded roster frustrated and abused Bellbrook, snapping the Golden Eagles’ 12-year regular-season streak without a shutout. Running back Xavier Melton gashed the Bellbrook defense early, then two familiar faces with new roles, Will Strong and Collin Isaac, joined the fun, rushing for a touchdown each.
Defending Division III state champion Watterson fell behind by two touchdowns but scored the final 37 points to pull away from the Golden Eagles, Division II state semifinalists a year ago. Columbus, OH — The circumstances were much more intense, but opening night felt like so many previous summer afternoons tossing the football around the yard