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Golden Bears routed by Bobcats 57-6

Senior Ty Cole fought his way across the goal line for Turner’s only touchdown in its 57-6 loss to Basehor-Linwood. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

by Brian Turrel

There will be some dark, difficult days on head coach Rick Byers’s quest to bring football glory back to Turner, and maybe this was one, a 57-6 loss to Basehor-Linwood on Friday evening in Turner.

The Bobcats scored early and often, starting with a fumble recovery at the Turner 25 on the Bears’ first drive, and converting the turnover to a touchdown a short time later.

Basehor-Linwood held a visible size advantage on the field, and got a push at the line on both sides of the ball. Turner quarterback Matt Jimenez found himself frequently harassed behind the line, contributing to two interceptions.

When Turner did move the ball, it was usually on the legs of senior running back Ty Cole. Cole’s elusive running style was successful on inside and outside runs, whenever he was able to get some blocking to create a gap in the line or some space on the edge.

Cole had a three-play sequence in the second quarter where he earned a total of 48 yards on three consecutive carries.

Cole scored Turner’s only touchdown on a short run in the third quarter after the Bobcats muffed a punt to set Turner up with a short field at the Basehor-Linwood 22-yard line.

The game was well-attended by fans of both teams, but a brief, cold shower in the third quarter chased most of the crowd from the suspenseless finish.

The loss drops Turner to 1-3 for the season. The Golden Bears will celebrate homecoming next Friday, as Atchison visits.

Senior Ty Cole stiff-armed his way past Basehor senior Caleb Baar. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

Senior quarterback Matt Jimenez launched the ball as two Basehor defenders closed in. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

Ty Cole had defenders diving after him as he made a cut back. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

Senior lineman Alejandro Garcia brought down Bobcats senior Aidan Ingram. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

The Turner flag team performed before the game. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

The Turner offensive line set up against its counterparts. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

Senior Ty Cole chatted with senior receiver Kyle Leiker during the fourth quarter. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

Senior Brett Langley ran the ball late in the game. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

Senior Brett Langley dived on top of a fumbled snap. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

The Turner Goldenettes dance team performed during halftime. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

The Turner marching band performed during halftime. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

Harmon to drop to Class 5A, Schlagle to Class 4A next school year

Harmon High School will drop from Class 6A to 5A next school year, and Schlagle from Class 5A to 4A next school year, according to football classifications announced by the Kansas State High School Activities Association.

The high school classifications for next school year, 2022-2023, are based on current enrollment in ninth, 10th and 11th grades, using the enrollment figures from Sept. 20 of this year, according to KSHSAA.

Wyandotte High School will be the only Wyandotte County high school in Class 6A next school year, according to the classifications announced this week.

Other Class 5A schools in Wyandotte County next school year, besides Harmon, will include Turner, Washington and Sumner Academy.

Also in Class 4A next school year, besides Schlagle, will be Bonner Springs and Piper.

Bishop Ward will remain in Class 3A next school year, according to the announcement.

The classifications determine who the teams play in post-season competition.

For more information on the classifications, see https://www.kshsaa.org/.
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Pirates homecoming comeback falls short

Junior quarterback Logan Ladish, right, handed off to sophomore Jamar ReAir Jarrett before he ran the ball through Leavenworth’s defense. Leavenworth won the game 25-23. (Photo copyright 2021 by Lexi Miles)

by Lexi Miles

After coming off a close last-play win last week, Piper was left with a familiar feeling at the end of the game, rushing to top its opponent. Piper fell to Leavenworth 25-23 on homecoming night. Piper held its homecoming parade and crowning prior to the game.

In the first quarter, Piper was quick to start as they scored the first points of the night by senior Logan Ladish. Blake Porter scored the extra points, putting Piper up 8-0 with nearly 11 minutes to go in the first quarter.

The second quarter started with the same score until Leavenworth scored a touchdown with a minute until half, and scored the extra points. This made the score 8-8 at half.

Midway through the third quarter, Leavenworth started the half first after it ran 3 yards to score a touchdown and the 2-point conversion. Piper responded with a 9-yard touchdown throw, tying 16-16 at the end of the quarter with the extra points scored.

Leavenworth then threw another touchdown, but failed to score the two points. Piper quickly followed after inching closer to the end zone. Piper made the kick, leading 23-22 with 4 minutes left in the game.

On fourth down, Leavenworth scored a 37-yard field goal with a minute left in the game. The score was 25-23 with Piper being in a familiar area again with a minute left to go.

After several plays, Piper couldn’t complete another last-minute win. Leavenworth won 25-23, making it Piper’s first loss of the season.

Piper will be on the road at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 24, against Louisburg.