Oberlin Indians Tie With Elyria Catholic Fans Pick Sides
A high school football clash between Oberlin and Elyria Catholic ended in a rare tie as fans praised Oberlin's defense and historic program. Residents recalled past glory years while EC rebounded from a winless previous season to post a 7 2 record, signaling a revived Panther Pride.
Oberlin Indians stay undefeated, fall short of playoffs
Oberlin High School defeats Elyria Catholic 7-0 to move to 10-0 but playoff chances fade. Coach Jim Donovan praised a level headed team and strong defense led by safeties Gaines and Schubert, while noting Wyman at fullback powered the rushing game. Elyria Catholic coach Mike Noonan praised Oberlin's speed and praised Noonan’s Panthers for a solid season ending 7-2.
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Smith sidelined by broken arm for Elyria Catholic game
Mike Smith did not dress for Elyria Catholic's clash with Oberlin last night. The Panthers' No. 2 rusher and scorer, he disclosed a broken arm suffered in practice after a 7-0 loss to Oberlin. Smith set a school single game rushes record with 41 against Lorain Catholic two weeks earlier, finishing the season with 757 rushing yards on 156 carries and a 4.9 average.
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Elyria High Coach John Sheldon Resigns After 23 Years
Elyria High assistant coach John Sheldon announced his resignation after Elyria Pioneers loss to Lorain in the season finale at George Daniel Stadium. During the postgame remarks, Sheldon reflected on 23 years coaching football at Elyria, shaping strong interior line play and defense and earning wide respect from peers and players.
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Lorain Bears Elyria 29-16 In Buckeye clash at Lorain
Lorain rallies to beat Elyria 29-16 at George Daniel Stadium after a turning point at the goal line. Coaches cite a fourth-and-inches fumble and a late TD drive as the key moments that flipped momentum for Lorain.
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