Copley hadn't done well against Aurora recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Indians came out on top against the Greenmen by a score of 21-14. The game was the first time the Indians have beaten the Greenmen on their field since October 9, 2020.
Dane Wininger
| 09/26/25 @ Aurora | 97 |
| 09/19/25 vs Highland | 36 |
| 08/22/25 @ Streetsboro | 35 |
| 08/29/25 vs Firestone | 29 |
| 09/06/24 @ Twinsburg | 25 |
Copley's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Dane Wininger led the charge by rushing for 97 yards and one score, while also throwing for 58 yards and one TD. Those 97 rushing yards gave Wininger a new career-high. Bryce Martin was another key back, rushing for 99 yards and one touchdown.
Another reason for the win was Copley's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Rhalachi Childs, James Cruz, and Justin Chatmon, who each picked up one sack apiece. Another thorn in Aurora's side was Childs, who picked up a sack and made ten total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Copley's record now sits at 4-2. As for Aurora, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-4 record this season.
Copley didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 49-26 win against Roosevelt on the 3rd. As for Aurora, they have also already played their next contest, a 42-7 victory against Cuyahoga Falls on the 3rd.
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