Ponca's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They walked away with a 17-7 victory over the Aquinas Monarchs. For the Indians, this counts as revenge for the 21-0 win the Monarchs walked away with the last time they faced one another back in September of 2024.
Ponca's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Caden Cleveland led the charge by throwing for 161 yards and a pair of touchdowns, while also rushing for 86 yards. Cleveland didn't just play on offense: he also made seven total tackles (1.0 for loss) and defended one pass in addition to snagging an interception. Another player making a difference was Pierce Ehlers, who picked up 41 receiving yards and two TDs.
Aquinas' loss came despite strong showings from Landon Pohl and Gregory Sisco. Pohl rushed for 109 yards, while Sisco rushed for 40 yards.
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| 09/12/25 - Away | 17-7 W |
| 09/13/24 - Home | 0-21 L |
| 09/20/19 - Home | 6-49 L |
| 09/14/18 - Away | 14-28 L |
Ponca's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Aquinas, they are on a four-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Ponca will take on O'Neill at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Aquinas, they will challenge Raymond Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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