After flying high against Rantoul last Friday, St. Joseph-Ogden came back down to earth. The Spartans took a 28-21 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Monticello Sages on Friday. The Spartans were up 14-0 in the first quarter but couldn't hold on to the lead.
St. Joseph-Ogden's loss came despite strong showings from Kodey McKinney and Kaden Wedig. McKinney rushed for 69 yards and a pair of scores, while Wedig picked up 189 receiving yards and one touchdown. Wedig was no stranger to the big play, cutting upfield on a catch that went for 67 yards.
Even if they lost, St. Joseph-Ogden's defense still kept up the pressure with four sacks. That dominant display was truly a team effort as four different players picked up one apiece.
St. Joseph-Ogden's record is now 4-2. As for Monticello, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 4-2 record this season.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. St. Joseph-Ogden is set to take on their familiar foe Bloomington Central Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Monticello will square off against rival Pontiac at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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