Cardinals gouge the Longhorns

   

During the Chase County game Jackson Dickerson breaks to find an open gap, while Vonsinh Sayalounes reaches for a block.

     Last Friday, the football team shined underneath the lights, by beating Chase County 26-6; one of the closer games played this season. With the win, the Cardinals advance to 6-1 this season, 3-0 in district play, and 4-0 at home.
     The Cardinals scored 26 points in the first half, and allowed zero points on defense. In the second half, the Cardinals didn't score, but allowed a late fourth quarter touchdown. After beating the Longhorns, Coach Mike Lecher said, "We played just above average and had too many penalties."
     This week, the Chadron High football team travels to play Gordon-Rushville. The Mustangs are 2-4 on the season, and 1-1 in district play. Asked if strategy/game plan was any different this week, Coach Lecher said, "No. Improvements need to be made on the offensive line and tackling needs to get better."
     The Cardinals will likely make the playoffs. If Chadron beats Gordon-Rushville, Coach Lecher said, "We will likely host the first round of the playoffs." If the Cardinals lose, the chances are that they will travel first round.