St. John XXIII had to endure a 13-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They put the hurt on the Danbury Panthers with a sharp 27-7 victory on Friday. The Lions' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Josh Pfeifer was the offensive standout of the match as he rushed for 29 yards and two touchdowns, and also threw for 127 yards and a touchdown while completing 80% of his passes.
St. John XXIII's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged four passes before it was all said and done. Parker Koons led the group effort, picking up two of those interceptions all by himself.
St. John XXIII's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Danbury, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 3-1.
St. John XXIII has the luxury of staying home for another week and will welcome St. Paul on Friday. St. John XXIII will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more points each contest than the last. As for Danbury, they are taking a road trip to challenge Bloomington at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Danbury's defense has only allowed 11 points per game this season, so Bloomington's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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