Oakley had to hit the road for their first game and it wasn't the result they were hoping for. They were outmatched by the Norton Bluejays on the road and fell 55-8. The defeat continues a trend for the Plainsmen in their matchups with the Bluejays: they've now lost nine in a row.
Carter Selensky threw for 42 yards on five of 14 attempts.
Jorgan Schiltz was his top target, rushing for 50 yards and a touchdown.
Norton's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Eli Jones led the charge by rushing for 44 yards and three touchdowns, while also throwing for 86 yards and a touchdown. Jones also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, making three total tackles (2.0 for loss) and defending a pass in addition to snagging two interceptions which he returned one-yard for a touchdown. Brennen Pfannenstiel was another key player, rushing for 88 yards and two touchdowns on only ten carries.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Oakley will head out to square off against Russell at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Norton, they will venture away from home to challenge Thomas More Prep-Marian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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