Glastonbury unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They lost to the Staples Wreckers at home by a 17-3 margin on Friday. Despite 92 more yards than the Wreckers, the Guardians couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
Connor Finnerty threw for 170 yards on 11 of 21 attempts. Rocco Meigs was his top target, picking up 130 receiving yards. On the ground, Dante Casdia rushed for 87 yards.
Leading Staples to victory were Nick Weil and Chaz Darby. Weil rushed for 48 yards and one TD, while Darby rushed for 80 yards and one score. That's the most rushing yards Weil has posted since back in October of 2024.
Glastonbury and Staples will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Guardians are set to square off against their familiar foe Southington at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Staples will face off against rival Stamford at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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