Reginald May, who served as the director of the Schlagle Marching Stallions for 24 years, was honored at halftime. He was presented a plaque, and the band, together with Schlagle band alumni, spelled out his name on the field. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)
by Brian Turrel
The Schlagle Stallions posted a 37-0 victory over Wyandotte High School on Friday night. Schlagle scored on offense, defense and special teams in the well-rounded win.
Schlagle quarterback Josh Becton scored on a 3-yard quarterback keeper in the first quarter and delivered a 35-yard touchdown pass to Drelyn Carroll in the third quarter.
Defensive back Kendall Brewer scored twice in the first quarter, first on a 40-yard punt return, and a few minutes later on a 35-yard interception return.
Running back Jaylin Richardson scored for the Stallions on a 62-yard run in the second quarter, and again on a 4-yard rush in the third quarter. Richardson also pulled down an interception.
Schlagle’s strength and speed on the defensive line kept the Bulldogs off-balance all night, and they were able to get into the backfield to drop Bulldog runners for a loss.
Wyandotte’s best chance for a score came in the third quarter when they drove to the Schlagle 4-yard line. Schlagle forced a fumble that was recovered by linebacker Cory Macon to stop the drive.
Schlagle has won their first two KCAL games, and their record stands at 2-2 overall. They play at Harmon next Friday. Wyandotte drops to 0-2 in the league and 0-3 overall. They play Atchison at home next Friday.
Schlagle junior running back Jaylin Richardson (1) tried to push past Wyandotte senior defensive back Cameron Randolph (2). (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Schlagle senior receiver Drelyn Carroll (16) pulled down a 35-yard touchdown pass in the third quarter. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Wyandotte running back Joe Garrett (4) made a first down on a run to the left sideline. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Caliyah Thomas and her mother reacted to Caliyah being announced as homecoming queen during the halftime ceremony. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Schlagle sophomore reserve quarterback Cory Macon (3) carried the ball around the left side. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Schlagle junior running back Jaylin Richardson (1) and sophomore quarterback Josh Becton (7) celebrated as they left the field after the game. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Schlagle sophomore Josh Becton (7) ran around the right end. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Wyandotte sophomore receiver Malike Calhoun (6) caught a swing pass on the right side but was tackled for a loss. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)
Washington senior quarterback Alex Howard (16) extended the ball across the goal line on a touchdown run in the first quarter of the Wildcats’ victory over Harmon Friday evening. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)
by Brian Turrel
Under a chilly, misty rain that drifted down into H.D. Neill Stadium throughout the game, the Washington Wildcats defeated the Harmon Hawks, 29-0. Washington quarterback Alex Howard ran for three touchdowns and threw for one more in the victory.
A parade of penalties slowed the game to nearly three hours, and the wet conditions caused ball-handling issues and turnovers by both teams.
Howard’s first touchdown came with three minutes remaining in the first quarter, capping off a long drive with a three-yard run. Howard scored again with six minutes remaining in the second quarter, getting a surge from his offensive line to score from one yard out.
With two minutes remaining in the first half, defensive back Tywan Muturi made a 35-yard interception return to set up a short field touchdown drive, finished with a four-yard run by Howard, who also ran for the two-point conversion to give Washington a 20-point halftime lead.
Washington pushed its lead to 27 points on a long completion to MarKeith Grayson with 7 minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. Kicker Abdullahi Abdulle converted the extra point.
On the following kickoff, Washington pinned the Harmon offense back near their goal line, and then earned a safety with a sack in the end zone.
Harmon quarterback Terrance Johnson provided most of the offensive firepower for the Hawks. Johnson ran with some effectiveness in the first half, but couldn’t string together sustained drives. He opened up the passing attack in the second half, but didn’t get the protection to consistently find receivers.
Washington’s record is now 1-1. The Wildcats play next Friday at Lincoln College Preparatory Academy in Kansas City, Missouri. Harmon drops to 0-2, and will play on Friday at Northeast High School in Kansas City, Missouri.
Harmon junior quarterback Terrance Johnson (1) used a stiffarm on defensive lineman Willie Fields (50) to gain some extra yardage. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Harmon sophomore defensive back Devontae Locke (11) pulled down an interception in front of Washington receiver MarKeith Grayson. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Washington junior quarterback Thomas Anderson (13) made a long run over the left side. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Washington junior quarterback Thomas Anderson jubilantly ran off the field after the game. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)The Washington Wildcats charged out onto the field before the game. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)The Washington High School Air Force Junior ROTC presented the colors. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Washington senior offensive lineman Hasaun Neal (57) fended off the rush of Harmon senior defensive lineman Johnathan Patricio (79). (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Harmon sophomore running back Michael Reed (9) pulled down a pass over the middle. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Spectators huddled under umbrellas for most of the game. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Danielle enthusiastically accepted Jaylin’s halftime homecoming invitation. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)The Washington dance team performed at halftime. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Receiver MarKeith Grayson (3) and running back Scyler Wallace (11) set up a block for quarterback Alex Howard (16). (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)
Piper sophomore running back La’James White (12) eluded the Eudora defense on a run around the right side in Friday night football action. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)
by Brian Turrel
The Piper Pirates won their inaugural Frontier League game, 28 – 7, over the Eudora Cardinals on Friday night.
Behind the persistent running of quarterback Dalton White and running back La’James White, the Pirates were able to string together long drives and maintain control of the game.
Piper’s ability to score consistently in short-yardage situations was also due to the strength of the offensive line, led by senior linemen Cooper Beebe and Lemoses White.
The Pirates struck early in the first quarter, turning a Cardinals turnover into a touchdown on their first possession, capped by La’James White’s 2-yard run into the end zone. The Cardinals followed with a long touchdown drive of their own, twice kept alive by Pirate penalties, that evened the score at 7.
The Cardinals also got a key stop at the end of the first quarter, allowing Piper to cover the length of the field before they forced a Pirate fumble at the 1-yard line.
Piper scored twice in the second quarter. La’James White scored on another short run to make the score 14 – 7. Dalton White scored on a two-yard run to close out the first half with a 21-7 lead. Piper nearly posted a touchdown on a Hail Mary pass in the closing seconds of the half, but it was waved off due to a penalty.
Piper closed out the scoring in the third quarter on another short run, a 1-yarder by Anthony Ferguson.
Piper’s new head coach Rick Pollard has made his mark early with the team, introducing a platooning scheme that rotates players more frequently with the goal of playing at a faster pace. He also introduced in-game video technology that lets coaches and players review the previous possession while the game is still in progress.
Piper will play on the road next Friday at Baldwin.
New head coach Rick Pollard received the game ball in recognition of his first Piper victory. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Senior quarterback Dalton White (10) cut back through a hole in the Eudora defense on a run in the 1st quarter. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)The Piper student section kept chants going throughout the game. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Players on the sideline raised their helmets waiting for the kickoff. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Sophomore receiver Malakhi Kennon (15) took a short pass for a gain. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Senior offensive lineman Cooper Beebe held back the Eudora defense. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)The Piper cheerleaders performed stunts at halftime. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Junior wide receiver Jack Robinson (87) hauled down a pass across the middle. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Junior defensive back Brandon Ahart got congratulations on the sideline after his interception in the third quarter. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)Sophomore running back La’James White (12) ran through a tackle. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)The Piper marching band performed at halftime. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)The Piper dance team performed at halftime. (Photo copyright 2018 by Brian Turrel)
