Warriors Down Newman In First Game Delivers 73-yard punt return
Sterling High's Golden Warriors opened with a hard fought 13-0 victory over Newman. Jim Wallace sparked the win with a 73-yard punt return and a strong ground game led by Dutch Lorenz and Rich Seloover. Sterling sealed the win after recovering a Newman fumble on their 17 and driving 91 yards for the second score.
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Shooting Stars Burn Out In Exhibition Of Football
Sterling High routed Newman Shooting Stars 34 to 7 in a lopsided prep football game. Coach Dietz overseen a dominant effort as Sterling eyes a NCIC title after last season’s conference tie with Ottawa. Next week Rock Falls Meteors visit as Sterling seeks continued regional dominance.
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Braves Dominate Meteors In Intra-City Frosh-Soph Title
Sterling’s Braves, led by Tony Morales and Bob Osborne, crushed Rock Falls to win the frosh-soph Intra-City championship. They opened with a 77-yard drive, Morales scoring on a run and Osborne connecting for a 48-yard TD pass and later a successful PAT to seal the early lead.
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Warriors Romp in Season Opener Triumphs Over Dixon
The Warriors opened the season with a commanding 17-43 victory over Dixon. Dan Needy, Ken Harrington, and Tom Ague led the charge as Coach Wiggins builds a strong, cohesive unit. East Rockford looms as a top title favorite and will visit Sinnisippi for a triangular meet with Sterling and West Rockford, renewing last year’s dramatic upset.
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Sterling Record Highlights Braves Wins
The record shows Sterling defeated Newman and Rock Falls while beating DeKalb as the team keeps a strong season rhythm. Strength of schedule and steady offense appear to drive a 37-6 lead in one game and an undefeated 6-0 mark in another.
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