on September 19, 2024
North Union’s Tyler Krebehenne (22) reverses course on a running play while being chased down by two Pioneer defenders. The Wildcat recorded 54 yards on nine carries while going against Jonathan Alder last Friday. (Gazette photo by Aleksei Pavloff)

Wildcat gridders struggle in cross-conference rivalry matchup against Jonathan Alder

By By Bob Putman, Richwood Gazette 

 

A three-score barrage to finish out the first half led Jonathan Alder to a 35-0 home game win over North Union on Friday.

The Pioneers (2-2) scored their three touchdowns in final five minutes of the half and then added an other tally to open up the third quarter.

“It got away from us in the second quarter,” North Union Head Coach Nick Hajjar said.

The second quarter has been a black hole for the Wildcats (1-3) this season.

They have been outscored 55-6 so far this season in that frame.

Alder scored on its first possession of the game.

North Union was able to get one first down on its first possession but could do no more and the Pioneers…

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