Temperatures were in the 90s and the wind was about 25-30 MPH from the south, so conditions were challenging for both teams in the Sanborn Central game. Sanborn deferred after winning the coin toss, so SBA received. We finished a 12 play 47 yard drive with a Jake Moreland two yard touchdown run. Laramie Strand tacked on the extra point for a 7-0 lead. After forcing a punt, Sanborn Central took advantage of a punt return muff and scored in the second quarter. The Crusader defense turned back the conversion and held a one point lead. A late drive stalled for SBA just before half, so we headed to the locker room with a 7-6 lead. A scoreless third quarter was highlighted by solid defensive stands and a key fumble recovery by LeRoy Evans at the SBA two yard line when it looked like SC might score a go-ahead touchdown. Jake Moreland scored on a touchdown run of 28 yards with 5:39 to go in the game and Larmie Strand added the extra point for a 14-6 advantage. The defense held and forced a turnover on downs with 2:36 to go in the game. Jake Moreland broke a first down run for his third touchdown on the day, this time from 30 yards. After a muffed snap on the extra point, the Crusaders held a 20-6 lead. After a final defensive stand, we ran out the clock for a 20-6 win. Jake Moreland finished the day with 210 yards on 24 carries and LeRoy Evans had 22 total tackles on the day. You may see the game stats here.
The offensive line played well despite some guys having been juggled around a bit. We made some mistakes that need to be addressed, but all in all I was pleased with the performance and especially the effort shown on the field. The defense hung in well and made some big stops despite some new starters or guys playing positions that are new to them. We will prepare for Lower Brule next week; hope to see you there.
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