The matchup between Richard and Muskegon Catholic Central on Friday hardly resembled the 27-0 effort from their previous meeting. The Pioneers won a matchup that couldn't have been any closer, slipping by the Crusaders 41-40. The high-scoring effort was just what the Pioneers needed considering they were shut out in their previous game.
Derek Lesko went supernova, picking up 132 receiving yards and one TD, while also rushing for 112 yards and one score. He really tore up the turf during one magnificent 73-yard run. Liam McMillen was in the mix too, providing Richard with two touchdowns.
Special teams also played a big role in the game for Richard, adding 15 points to the final score. The biggest highlight from special teams (and perhaps the team as a whole) came courtesy of Lesko, who ran a kickoff back for a touchdown. Another bright spot was a punt return touchdown from him.
The win got Richard back to even at 1-1. As for Muskegon Catholic Central, they are on a seven-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Coming up, Richard will square off against Everest Collegiate at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Muskegon Catholic Central, they will face off against Lee at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. This will be the Crusaders' first chance to prove their worth in the conference.
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