Austintown-Fitch Falcons (Youngstown, OH) followers went home pleased Saturday as they saw their football team nip the visiting Hudson Explorers (Hudson, OH), 21-14 in a non-league battle.

With the win, Austintown-Fitch advances its record to 1-0 on the season. The Falcons host Jackson (Massillon, OH) to play the Polar Bears in a non-league match on Saturday, August 30. The Polar Bears come into the match with a record of 1-0. Jackson won 28-0 in their recent non-league match against Chardon (Chardon, OH)

Next up, the Explorers play the Highland Hornets (Medina, OH) in a non-league battle, on Thursday, August 28. Hudson will attempt to upgrade on its 0-1 season record.