Football Recap: Leo Takes Loss Despite Strong Performances from Titus Stoller and Aaron Perlich

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Previous 5 Games

10/17/25 @ DeKalb	28-31
10/10/25 vs Columbia City	30-7
10/03/25 @ Huntington North	35-28
09/26/25 vs Bellmont	47-0
09/19/25 @ East Noble	40-56

Leo dropped down to 7-2 on Friday, ending the team's three-game streak of wins. They fell just short of the DeKalb Barons by a score of 31-28. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Lions have suffered since October 11, 2024.

Leo's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Aaron Perlich, who rushed for 123 yards on only 13 carries, and Titus Stoller, who threw for 135 yards and a pair of TDs.

As for DeKalb, the win (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 7-2. Those victories came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 12.6 points on average over those games.

DeKalb's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Noah Spears, who picked up 115 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Eli McCormick was another key player, throwing for 255 yards and three TDs.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Leo will welcome Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Saints' defense has only allowed 8.1 points per game this season, so the Lions' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for DeKalb, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Columbia City at 7:00 p.m.