Webb with 3 TDs in Schlagle win

by Brian Turrel

Schlagle High School staked its claim as the new team to beat in the Kansas City – Atchison League, defeating three-time consecutive league champion Atchison 30 – 0 on Friday night at Schlagle Stadium.

Schlagle senior running back Ivan Webb entered the night leading the state in rushing yards and kept his momentum going with nearly 300 yards in the game. Webb scored three touchdowns and repeatedly pulled away from Atchison tacklers to post big gains out of the backfield.

Schlagle also scored on a long pass from Brayden Soza to Larmon Witt in the first quarter, and a field goal from kicker David Chacon in the fourth.

Early on, it looked like Atchison might take control, bottling up Webb on Schlagle’s opening drive and getting good field position on a Schlagle fumble. Atchison drove down inside the Schlagle 10-yard line before Schlagle’s defense toughened up and stopped the drive.

For the rest of the night, Schlagle used Webb’s consistent yardage to sustain drives, scoring in every quarter. The Schlagle defense also stepped up, creating three turnovers in the shutout.

Schlagle improved their record to 3 – 0, and they will face Washington High School at home next Friday.

Photos copyright 2017 by Brian Turrel

Ivan Webb surged through an opening in the line of scrimmage, scoring a touchdown for Schlagle in the second quarter. (Photo copyright 2017 by Brian Turrel)
Senior kicker David Chacon (99) converted three of four extra points and made a 27-yard field goal. (Photo copyright 2017 by Brian Turrel)
Senior receiver Larmon Witt (11) reached over the shoulder to haul in a touchdown pass in the first quarter. (Photo copyright 2017 by Brian Turrel)
Schlagle senior running back Ivan Webb (2) gained 15 more yards after this attempted tackle in the first quarter. (Photo copyright 2017 by Brian Turrel)
Schlagle senior defender James Hampton (50) intercepted an Atchison pass in the end zone. (Photo copyright 2017 by Brian Turrel)
Corner back Larmon Witt prepared to engage an Atchison receiver at the line of scrimmage. (Photo copyright 2017 by Brian Turrel)
Larmon Witt broke up this pass play to Atchison wide receiver Tahj Helms (2). (Photo copyright 2017 by Brian Turrel)
The Schlagle Marching Band, including an electric bass, entertained the crowd at halftime. (Photo copyright 2017 by Brian Turrel)
The open face chili cheese brat from the Schlagle concession stand is delicious, but not for the faint of heart. (Photo copyright 2017 by Brian Turrel)
Ivan Webb was upended by Atchison senior defensive back Cole Batemon (7) near the sideline. (Photo copyright 2017 by Brian Turrel)
Schagle senior defensive back Gavin Williams (1) tipped away an Atchison pass in the third quarter. (Photo copyright 2017 by Brian Turrel)
Senior lineman Tylen Wallace (55) opened a hole in Atchison’s defensive line. (Photo copyright 2017 by Brian Turrel)
Senior receiver Courtez Payne (3) fought off a tackle from Atchison linebacker Elijah Haley (32) on an out pass in the fourth quarter. (Photo copyright 2017 by Brian Turrel)