#RockReport Freshmen vs Brownsburg

The freshman Rocks were hungry to get back to their winning ways after suffering a 21-19 loss against the Hamilton Southeastern Royals on Monday, September 23rd. At 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 24th, freshmen showed up ready to avenge that loss against a tough Brownsburg team who would be visiting the Rocks’ home confines on the 28th.

The Rocks took the field prepared and united, slogging their way through a full four quarter fight; ultimately, the Rocks were victorious by a score of 20-17.

The game started with drives by each team. No scoring occurred until Brownsburg got the first touchdown on a short drive. The Rocks defense did not back down and pushed the line of scrimmage back on a Bulldog 2 point conversion attempt. When the Rock offense went for a drive immediately following, quarterback Collin Lindsey threw a perfectly placed pass to receiver Eli Carter who evaded the Brownsburg secondary and found himself in the end zone for a 60 yard touchdown reception. The Rocks’ PAT attempt was good, giving the home team a 7-6 lead.

Near the end of the half, the Dogs drove down the field and came away with a field goal. At halftime, the Rocks trailed Brownsburg by a score of 9-7.

In the second half, both teams exchanged defensive stops for most drives. Towards the end of the third quarter, Brownsburg scored a touchdown and converted the 2 point conversion, working to a score of 17-7. The Rocks remained undaunted, though. As the fourth quarter rolled around, the resolve of the home team was made clear for all to see. In the final quarter, running back Jalen Herron ran the ball in for a touchdown and wide receiver Eli Carter found his way back to the end zone for a second touchdown.

Offensive award winners include player of the game Eli Carter, Mr. Consistency Austin Knott, and Carter’s 2nd touchdown as the Big Play. Braeden Wagner earns scout team honors for his efforts providing a look to the offense in the practice week.

Charlie Dager earned defensive player of the game honors. Defensive end Brent Stone won Mr. Consistency for his constant quarterback pressures. Tyler Dikos’s interception in the fourth quarter, aided by QB pressure from Brent Stone and Jayden Bernavil, is the big play.

On special teams, Austin Knott earned player of the game. Punter Luis Rodriguez won Mr. Consistency. The big play was Eli Carter’s kick return to the 50 yard line.

The Rocks return to action at Avon on Saturday, October 5th. Kickoff is at 10:00 a.m.