Golden Warriors Beat Homecoming Jinx in 27-0 Rout
Sterling opened with two Dixon fumbles leading to Handel and Wallace scoring. Jeddy Walker returned a 78-yard interception to set up Niko’s TD, and Sterling added three more touchdowns in four minutes. Dixon finally scored late, but Sterling held the 27-0 halftime lead and prevailed 13-13 tie with Streator later in another report.
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Sterling Warriors and Braves Defeat Rivals in Strong Start
Sterling Warriors open season at Dix with a one point win for both varsity and frosh soph. They beat Rockford East 34-38 in a five school duel then whitewashed Forreston 15-45 for varsity and fresh-soph wins. Rochelle fell 17-38 and 19-36 as both squads again prevailed. Sterling placed fourth in the 22-team Sterling Invitational, behind Richwoods DeKalb Pekin. Coach Wigginton aimed higher but noted solid first division results.
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Sterling Falls Hard to DeKalb 33 0 in Conference Tilt
DeKalb Barbs overpower Sterling Golden Warriors 33 to 0, ending Sterling’s two game win streak and dropping them to 0-1 in conference play. Sterling led early then fumbled near half, allowing DeKalb two quick scores and a stronger second half.
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Warriors Face Ottawa Pirates in Senior High clash
The Sterling Golden Warriors prepare for the evening showdown with the Ottawa Pirates after a 13 13 tie with the DeKalb Barbs. The Pirates are a ranked AP foe and Sterling seeks to fix fumbles while deciding between Bill Cheshier and Dutch Lorenz at quarterback. This is Sterling’s last home game.
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