Captains Aidan Washington, Colby Ramshaw, Riley Boles, and Grady Daron stand alongside the Astro captains for the coin toss. The Lancers defeated the Astros 21-10.
For the third year in a row, the boys defeat Pinkerton in the Mack Plaque game. With an impressive undefeated record of 5-0 and another Mack Plaque win, the Lancers are off to a great start this season.
The Lancers made some big plays to secure the win against the Astros once again. Two plays in particular were crucial in turning the game around. Head Coach Jimmy Lauzon says these two important plays may be “overlooked”, but were pivotal in the overall success of the game.
“There were a lot of great moments, especially in the second half, but the 3rd & 1 defensive stop in the 4th quarter which forced Pinkerton to kick a field goal was probably the biggest play of the game,” Lauzon said. “They missed the field goal, and that changed the entire game. I’d also say Trevor Weinmann’s punt that switched field position in the 2nd half doesn’t seem like it would have impacted the game as much as it did, but it was a big moment for us and gave our defense a chance to play in Pinkerton territory.”
One play in particular had all Lancer fans on their feet. Sophomore Jake Schedna ran the ball 93 yards to score the opening touchdown in the first quarter of the game.
Schedna runs the ball 93 yards to scores opening touchdown for the Lancers.
“To be honest I was flabbergasted, I couldn’t believe that happened,” Schedna said. “I didn’t think I was going to score at all and then that happened. I came off the sidelines and everyone was screaming, it was so crazy. It felt like the time had finally come because we’ve been working hard all year.”
Senior Captain, Colby Ramshaw says it was “truly special” winning the Mack Plaque game his senior year.
“We did a great job adapting and overcoming adversity, I’m proud of what we were able to do and I knew we could do it,” Ramshaw said. “I’d definitely say our strongest aspect is our speed, we are a very high intensity and fast pace team.”
Winning the Mack Plaque game is just the beginning of what is looking to be a very successful season for Lancer football. For now, Lauzon believes it’s important to “stay focused”.
“We are pretty banged up with some key injuries right now, so I think a big goal is having the next man up mentality and getting the new guys prepared to play well each week until some of our starters are healthy again,” Lauzon said. “I’d like to just stay focused on one week at a time. It’s easy to lose focus and think long-term and overlook someone along the way, that’s an easy way for our season to get derailed. I hope we can just stay focused one week at a time.”
Similar to his coach, Ramshaw is focused on winning each game and keeping up the hard work.
“The goal for the rest of the season is to continue to execute, work hard, and make it so we win the next game that we play,” Ramshaw said.
One thing Lancer football has established is a culture. Winning the Mack Plaque game for the third year in a row shows just how strong this culture has become.
“A culture is built through the effort and support of a lot of people,” Lauzon said. “The credit goes to the administration and town for their support, the assistant coaches for all their hard work, and the players for buying into everything we have them do. Our players show up to everything and work hard, they listen to coaching and they’re talented, those things add up to victories vs a team like Pinkerton.”
Senior Captain Colby Ramshaw hugs coach after beating the Pinkerton Astros.
Senior Captain Colby Ramshaw hugs coach after beating the Pinkerton Astros.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Junior Dylan Wrisley kicks a field goal for the Lancers.
Junior Dylan Wrisley kicks a field goal for the Lancers.
Senior Grady Daron blocks a pass from Astro quarterback.
Senior Grady Daron blocks a pass from Astro quarterback.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Senior Connor Howe celebrates his touchdown.
Senior Connor Howe celebrates his touchdown.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Senior Captain Colby Ramshaw
Senior Captain Colby Ramshaw
Senior Devin Ortiz takes a knee before the Mack Plaque game.
Senior Devin Ortiz takes a knee before the Mack Plaque game.
Senior Captains Aidan Washington, Colby Ramshaw, Riley Boles, and Grady Daron walk out for the coin toss.
Senior Captains Aidan Washington, Colby Ramshaw, Riley Boles, and Grady Daron walk out for the coin toss.
Captains Aidan Washington, Colby Ramshaw, Riley Boles, and Grady Daron stand alongside the Astro captains for the coin toss. The Lancers defeated the Astros 21-10.
Captains Aidan Washington, Colby Ramshaw, Riley Boles, and Grady Daron stand alongside the Astro captains for the coin toss. The Lancers defeated the Astros 21-10.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Junior Michael Samson
Junior Michael Samson
Senior Grady Daron
Senior Grady Daron
Sophomore Jake Scedna runs the ball 93 yards to score the opening touchdown for the Lancers.
Sophomore Jake Scedna runs the ball 93 yards to score the opening touchdown for the Lancers.
Sophomore Jake Scedna runs the ball 93 yards to score the opening touchdown for the Lancers.
Sophomore Jake Scedna runs the ball 93 yards to score the opening touchdown for the Lancers.
Sophomore Jake Schedna run the ball 93 yards to score the opening touchdown for the Lancers.
Sophomore Jake Schedna run the ball 93 yards to score the opening touchdown for the Lancers.
Sophomore Jake Schenda runs the ball 93 yards to score the opening touchdown for the Lancers.
Sophomore Jake Schenda runs the ball 93 yards to score the opening touchdown for the Lancers.
Senior Captain Aidan Washington runs the ball.
Senior Captain Aidan Washington runs the ball.
Junior Trevor Weinmann
Junior Trevor Weinmann
Senior Captain Colby Ramshaw
Senior Captain Colby Ramshaw
Senior Captain Colby Ramshaw
Senior Captain Colby Ramshaw
Junior Drew Heenan
Junior Drew Heenan
Senior Captain Aiden Washington talks with head coach Jimmy Lauzon.
Senior Captain Aiden Washington talks with head coach Jimmy Lauzon.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Seniors Colby Ramshaw and Grady Daron.
Seniors Colby Ramshaw and Grady Daron.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers line up after defeating the Astros.
Lancers line up after defeating the Astros.
Lancers line up after defeating the Astros.
Lancers line up after defeating the Astros.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
Lancers defeat Pinkerton Astros for the third year in a row at the Mack Plaque game.
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