#RockReport Freshmen vs Harrison

On a crisp, bright day hearkening the arrival of the autumn, the Westfield Freshman Rocks were ready to begin their journey on one of fall’s great rites of passage: football season. Taking on the visiting Raiders of Lafayette’s Harrison High School, the young Rocks were anticipating a great battle. Upon the kickoff, the frosh team showed their anxiousness for starting the season. By the end of the first quarter, the score was in Harrison’s favor, 22-0; however, this did not dampen the Rocks’ unbreakable resolve. Led on offense by the running of player of the game Dorian Henson, the young Rocks scraped and clawed their way back into the game. A dual quarterback system featuring Pat Beam and Mr. Consistency Cameron Frye contributed to the passing game, finding receivers Collin Caldwell, Owen McGraw, and Zach Collins for multiple completions. The biggest offensive play came on a late deep pass to Kyle Pepiot, who warded off the threats of would-be tacklers and found his way into the end zone for the go-ahead touchdown.

Led by Pepiot, the defense played a hard-nosed game against a tough Harrison running game. Forcing two turnovers, the defense placed the Rocks’ O in a great position for the majority of the night. Mr. Consistency Camerson Frye was calling the shots on field at middle linebacker and found his way into the Raiders’ backfield multiple times. Collin Caldwell provided a huge play for the defense when from his defensive end spot, he stuffed a run into the backfield, changing the course of potentially game-altering Harrison drive.

Alex Bales made his debut as the Rocks’ kicker for a game of perfect execution in the PAT department. He also served as the punter and kickoff specialist, where he pinned Harrison deep in their own territory on a majority of kicks. Mr. Consistency Sam Lupear provided great snaps to Bales all night. It was Bales’ last PAT that set the Rocks over the edge. Overcoming tremendous pressure, the frosh kicker put the ball between the uprights for the go ahead.

Having won 35-34 in a barn-burner of a victory, the frosh Rocks are now 1-0 and will be coming off a short week to play against the Cardinals of Southport, this Saturday, August 29th. Rock Nation, come to the southside of Indy to show your support! Go Rocks!