Crestwood couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell 28-21 to the Wyoming Area Warriors on Friday. The contest was a 7-7 toss-up at halftime, but the Comets couldn't quite close it out.
Despite the loss, Crestwood still got an impressive performance from Jaden Shedlock, who rushed for 164 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 8.6 yards per carry. Shedlock was no stranger to the big play, turning on the jets for a run that went for 69 yards. Gio Barna made the highlight reel by snagging an interception and taking it all the way to the house.
Crestwood didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Lincoln Bibla and Barna.
Wyoming Area found their leader in underclassman Luke Kopetchny, who picked up 262 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Trustin Johnson was another key player, rushing for 52 yards and two touchdowns.
Crestwood will take on Valley View at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Wyoming Area, they will be playing at home against Dallas at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams are at an even 3-3 against one another since October of 2014.
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