Columbia Raiders hold off Edison 13-7 in storm-delayed clash
The Columbia Raiders defeated Edison 13-7 in a game delayed nearly an hour by lightning and tornado warnings. Columbia built an early 13-0 lead, with Roger Yost and Mike Cottom contributing on the ground, while Edison fought back with a third-quarter scoring drive and a stout defense, but could not overcome the deficit.
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Black River edges Keystone in rain soaked opener
Black River, favored in the Firelands Conference, beat Keystone 10-8 as four Keystone fumbles halted Wildcat drives. Tim Hartong scored from the 14 after a Wildcat fumble, Jim Young added a 28 yard field goal, and Hartong sealed the win with a four yard TD. Rod Rogers sparked a 21 yard keeper play to set up, while Dave Tuttle connected on a 5 yard pass for Keystone. The Pirates punted seven times for a 30 yard average led by Young. Gray, Hartong and Hawley starred for BR as they prepare for South Amherst while Keystone hosts Oberlin.
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Mustangs top Bulldogs in late-starting non-conference clash
Strongsville outlasted Olmsted Falls 13 8 in a delayed game after a threatening storm postponed start. Olmsted jumped to 13 0 early but Kane sparked a late push, while Mieval and Miegal made key plays for Strongsville.
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Mounties Fall in Grid Opener
Ashland Northwestern held Mapleton to 102 yards and beat the Mounties 14 to 8 in the season opener. Coach Dick Cromwell said the defense underperformed but praised the running backs and planned to focus on blocking and defense, with Olmsted hosting North Royalton and the Mustangs visiting Fairview next.
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North Carolina Kupec sets pass completion record
North Carolina sophomore Chris Kupec finished last season with a .693 pass completion percentage, the national mark, while Boston College’s Mike Kruczek reached .689. Both quarterbacks completed 104 passes. Kupec attempted 150 attempts, one more than Kruczek.
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Bay Rockets top Midpark in rain drenched opener
Bay Village Bay Rockets defeat Midpark 29 to 14 in a non conference opener as rookies shine on offense and defense. Quarterback Greg Wilson, receiver Mike Seybold, and running back Dave Alphin spark the attack while defenders pressure Meteors QB Dave Kish. Ray Alphin seals win with late score and Bay builds on strong defensive showing in shaky conditions.
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Rough Riders spoil South Amherst opener with big 102 yard pick six
Western Reserve Rough Riders edge South Amherst Cavaliers 14 to 0 as Mark Strimpfel returns a 102 yard interception for a touchdown. Despite probing drives the Cavaliers threaten early but fumbles and a tipped pass end their hopes. South Amherst outgains WR 171 to 147, next hosting Black River before Inland Conference slate.
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King tops Eastlake in late-start nonconference clash
Admiral King surged for 216 yards and three touchdowns to defeat host Eastlake 20 7 in a delayed kickoff. Stan Branson added 116 yards on 17 carries including a 47 yard TD as the Kings rolled to the win.
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