Football Recap: Connersville Comes Up Short

By Team Reports Oct 2, 2024, 5:07pm

Football Recap: Connersville Spartans vs. Rushville Lions

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Connersville lost against Rushville back in September of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Connersville Spartans took a blow against the Rushville Lions, falling 44-8. The Spartans were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 32-0.

Rylan Keen threw for 34 yards. On the ground, Parker Flanigan rushed for 57 yards, and also threw for 11 yards and a touchdown.

Sam Pavey was his usual excellent self, rushing for 59 yards and two touchdowns on only seven carries for Rushville. Another back making a difference was Quinn Barada, who rushed for 68 yards and a touchdown.

This is the second loss in a row for Connersville and nudges their season record down to 2-3. As for Rushville, they now have a winning record of 3-2.

Connersville didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, a 28-6 loss vs. North Decatur on the 28th. Rushville has also already played their next game, an 18-6 victory against Lapel on the 27th.

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