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by Brian Turrel
The Sumner Academy Sabres needed some late-game heroics from their offense and their defense to overcome the Harmon Hawks’ fourth quarter comeback attempt on Friday evening. Nahshon Houston’s touchdown with 2 1/2 minutes to go gave Sumner the 26-20 victory.
Harmon struck first with a 3-yard touchdown run by Quincy Adams in the first quarter. A long pass to tight end Evan Wyatt was the key play in the drive.
The teams traded fumbles of the rain-slicked ball back and forth into the second quarter, which prevented either one from making a serious challenge.
Sumner got even midway through the second quarter on a Dominic Lee quarterback keeper for a touchdown. Malachi Moore’s run to the half-yard line set up the score.
Taking advantage of a Harmon fumble, Sumner took the lead on a 35-yard touchdown pass from Lee to receiver Donny Bagley with 3 1/2 minutes left in the half.
Sumner had the opportunity for another touchdown to close the half, but they were unable to connect on three pass attempts and a field goal try from the 20-yard line. The half ended with a 13-6 Sumner advantage.
Moore gave the Sabres a two-touchdown advantage with a 22-yard touchdown run with 8 minutes left in the third quarter.
The Hawks pulled closer on a 3-yard touchdown run by Terrance Johnson near the end of the third quarter that made the score 20-12.
Harmon evened the score at 20 with 5 1/2 minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. Trevontae Rushing returned an interception 80 yards, and Harmon succeeded on the two-point conversion run by Adams.
On the following drive, the Sabres strung together runs from Moore and Houston to march quickly down the field. Houston picked up the game-winning score on a 3-yard run over the right side of his offensive line. An interception by Moore shut down Harmon’s drive.
Sumner’s record in the Kansas City – Atchison League improved to 2-2 (4-3 overall). They will play their final home game of the season against Atchison on Thursday evening at Schlagle Stadium. The Hawks fall to 0-4 in the league (0-7 overall). They will play at Wyandotte on Friday evening at 7 p.m.
Turner Days to be Saturday and Sunday
Turner Days will begin with a 5k run at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, and will include a parade at 10 a.m. on South 55th Street, from Douglas to Inland. The festival will follow until 5 p.m. Saturday. Craft booths, vendors, entertainment and food will be available. The festival continues on Sunday, with a car show. Mud volleyball competitions will be held on both days. There is no admission charge to Turner Days. There are fees for some of the activities, such as the 5k run, and for concessions. Turner Days will be held rain or shine. For more information, see https://wyandotteonline.com/promoting-kindness-a-theme-of-turner-days-this-weekend/.
Lineman’s Rodeo to be Saturday at Ag Hall
The 35th annual International Lineman’s Rodeo will be held Saturday at the Natonal AgriculturalCenter and Hall of Fame, 126th and State, Bonner Springs. Linemen from the Board of Public Utilities plan to compete against hundreds of other utility workers from throughout the nation and from other countries. The line workers will test their professional and trade skills in the competition. Admission is free and open to the public. Competition begins at 7 a.m., and it will end when all the competitions are completed. For more information, see www.linemansrodeokc.com.
Craft fair planned at KCKCC to raise funds for scholarships
A craft fair is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, in the Upper Jewell Building on the KCKCC main campus, 7250 State Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The craft fair will raise funds for high school students wishing to take dual and concurrent courses at the college. There is no admission charge to the craft fair, and the public may attend. For more information, visit https://wyandotteonline.com/kckcc-to-raise-scholarships-for-future-dual-and-concurrent-high-school-students.
Garage and bake sale planned
Wyandotte United Methodist Church, 7901 Oakland Ave., Kansas City, Kansas, is planning a garage and bake sale from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 13.
Renaissance Festival continues
The Kansas City Renaissance Festival continues on weekends through Oct. 14 at the festival grounds at 130th and State Avenue, Bonner Springs. The festival is a celebration of medieval life, with such activities as jousting, contests, a royal parade, music, entertainment and food. Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tickets are $22.95 per adult, $13.95 for children 5-12, $20.25 for seniors and students, and free for children 4 and younger. Discounts are available for advance tickets and group rates are available. It is open on weekends only. For more information, visit http://www.kcrenfest.com/ or call 913-721-2110.
Author to read and sign copies of her book Saturday
Local author Kneika Robbins will read and sign copies of her newly published picture book, “Dean the Dinosaur Goes to Kindergarten,” from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, at the story time craft room, West Wyandotte Library, 1737 N. 82nd St., Kansas City, Kansas. Those attending may enjoy snacks, listen to story time, and meet the author. Books will be available for purchase.
Halloween origami program offered
A Halloween origami program will be offered from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13 at the craft room, Main Kansas City, Kansas, Public Library, 625 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. The classis for ages 8 to 18. There will be easy designs to create paper pumpkins, bats and ghosts.
Alcott Arts Center plans Second Saturday event
The Alcott Arts Center, 180 S. 18th St., Kansas City, Kansas, will sponsor its Second Saturday art event from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13. Bishop Ward High School students will display art exhibits in the Mashburn and Harrison galleries at the Alcott Arts Center. For more information, visit https://wyandotteonline.com/alcott-plans-second-saturday-art-event/.
Oktoberfest event planned
An Oktoberfest dance is planned from 6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 13 at the St. Mary-St. Anthony Parish basement, 615 N. 7th St., Kansas City, Kansas. The event will include a dance and dinner. The Willie Kirst Band will perform. The Kansas City, Kansas, Edelweiss Society is sponsoring the dinner-dance. Tickets are $20.
College theater production planned Saturday
The Kansas City Kansas Community College Theater Department will present the fall production, “Lobby Hero,” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, at the KCKCC Performing Arts Center, 7250 State Ave. Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for non-KCKCC students and seniors (60+), and free for KCKCC students, faculty and staff. The production also will be presented at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 14. For more information, visit https://wyandotteonline.com/lobby-hero-opens-at-kckcc-theater-this-weekend/.