There was early excitement for St. Luke's Episcopal after they claimed the first score on Friday, but it was Marengo who ended up claiming the real prize. The Wildcats and the Panthers were almost perfectly matched up, but the Wildcats suffered a 16-15 loss. The Wildcats were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Panthers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in August of 2024.
Jathan Richardson threw for 31 yards and one touchdown. Riley Heinz was his top target, picking up 31 receiving yards and one score. On the ground, Talon Safiran rushed for 46 yards and one TD.
St. Luke's Episcopal's loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Marengo, the win also got them back to even at 1-1.
St. Luke's Episcopal and Marengo will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Wildcats are set to take on their familiar foe Washington County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Marengo will challenge rival Fruitdale at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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