Shelton couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell 14-7 to the Amity Regional Spartans on Friday. The Gaels were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Spartans apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2021.
When it comes to explaining why Shelton lost, don't look at Devin Reid. Despite the final result, he rushed for 159 yards on only 12 carries. Reid's longest rush was for an incredible 75 yards. Cole Ostrosky also played a phenomenal game despite the final result: he picked up 98 receiving yards.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Shelton will square off against West Haven at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams are at an even 5-5 against one another since October of 2015, but likely not for long. As for Amity Regional, they will take on Harding at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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