Football Recap: Hamilton Southeastern Has No Trouble Against North Central

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Previous Games

08/29/25 - Away	31-7 W
08/31/24 - Home	49-26 W
08/25/23 - Away	35-7 W
08/26/22 - Home	45-14 W
08/27/21 - Away	45-13 W
+ 5 more games

Hamilton Southeastern not only won on Friday, but they posted their biggest win since August 23, 2024 (when they won 45-21). They were the clear victors by a 31-7 margin over the North Central Panthers. The Royals haven't had any issues with the Panthers recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive victory against them.

Terry Walker III was the offensive standout of the matchup as he threw for 272 yards and one TD while completing 73.7% of his passes, and also rushed for 52 yards. Another player making a difference was Kendrick Pennybaker, who picked up 136 receiving yards and one score.

Hamilton Southeastern didn't let much get past them through the air: they limited North Central to a completion percentage of just 45.8%. That dominant aerial defense primarily came from three players: Kyle Jenkins, Zachary Christopherson, and Henry Wans, who each logged one passes deflected. Hamilton Southeastern wasn't nearly as limited: they posted one of 71.4%.

Despite the loss, North Central saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Kolton Ablitar-Conner picked up a sack and made 13 total tackles.

Hamilton Southeastern's record now sits at 2-0. As for North Central, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-1.

Hamilton Southeastern and North Central will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Royals will square off against rival Avon at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, North Central is set to challenge their familiar foe Warren Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.