#RockReport Varsity vs Avon

On Friday, your Rocks hosted the Avon Orioles for Homecoming 2018. Unfortunately, the Rocks fell just short, losing 13-20. Avon jumped out to a 14-0 lead in the first quarter, before the Shamrocks began chipping away at the lead. The Orioles took a 20-10 lead into the halftime festivities. The Rock D settled in and held a potent Oriole offense scoreless in the second half, but the Shamrock offense was only able to put up 3 points in the third. They had a few chances down the stretch in the fourth, but were just never able to get rolling.

Special mention should be given to Joey Wolfe, Jack Pfeiffer, and Jonathon Frey. These Rocks made significant contributions in preparing the team for the Friday contest. During the week, they brought it Now, providing the best possible look for their fellow teammates.

The Rocks will return to action next Friday when they travel to Fishers to take on the the Tigers. Kickoff is scheduled for 7pm.

#Gameday Avon Homecoming

Tonight, your Rocks come home to face the Avon Orioles. The Orioles come into the game with a 5-1 record (3-1 HCC), having lost only to Brownsburg. Conference-wise, they have defeated HSE, Franklin Central, and Fishers. Fishers was their opponent last Friday, where the Orioles earned 33-0 victory.

Avon averages 33.7 ppg on 389 ypg (186 ground, 203 air). They are led by RB Sampson James (#2) who has notched 843 all-purpose yards on the year to go along with 9 rushing touchdowns. He's averaging 123 rushing yards per game, while QB Henry Hesson (#10) tacks on a healthy 181 passing yards per game. Hesson will spread the ball around to a bevvy of receivers, including Jalen Peterson (#11) and Wallace Stovall Jr (#13), who each have around 300 receiving yards this year and 5 touchdowns between them. Avon will look to establish the run game, while utilizing play action passing strikes to move the ball downfield. The Rock D will need to be tough and disciplined tonight in order to hold the experienced Oriole offense in check.

No directions needed for this one. We'll see you at Riverview Health Stadium for all of the festivities. Kickoff is set for 7pm.

#RockReport Freshmen at Brownsburg

The freshman Rocks of Westfield played a hard fought game against fellow HCC undefeated team Brownsburg on Saturday, September 22nd. The young Rocks came up just short, falling 16-7. Standout performers included linebacker Magwire Graybill with two takeaways against the Brownsburg offense. Cornerback Evan Partlow made a big interception to start the game, and wide receiver Amarion Ballard caught the Rocks’ touchdown. The Rocks will return to play this Saturday at home in Westfield’s Riverview Health Stadium. KO is at 10:00 a.m.

#RockReport JV vs Brownsburg

The Westfield Junior Varsity football team played their sixth game of the season on Saturday morning, September 22 at Riverview Health Stadium in, finally, fall like temps.  The temperature didn’t cool down the Rocks as they were able to improve to 6-0 with a 47-26 victory over Brownsburg.

The JV Rocks defense started the day with 2 3 and outs while the offense controlled the ball in the first quarter. The defense controlled the game but for a few explosive plays that kept drives alive for the visiting Bulldogs.  The defense was led by David Frey, as he was all over the field.  The consistent play of Christian Huisden covering their dangerous #11 was a key to the victory.  Seth Martin and Hunter Will combined for big play with Martin stripping the football and Will recovering the ball to keep the momentum with The Rocks.

Special Teams also played a huge role in the win.  Eduardo Beltran was Special Teams Player of the Game with 2 FG’s.  Mason Piening’s sure hands and decisive and consistent fielding of all kicks proved to be valuable.  The air was taken out of the Bulldogs early in the game when Special Teams and Sean Sullivan recovered on onside “selfie” to keep the ball for The Rocks after an early score.

The offense continued their scoring from the previous week with their second 45+ point game in as many weeks.  Jack Pfeiffer led the way with 2 TD’s after being out the week before with injury.   Zach Howard held it all together and made it all click on the offensive line with consistent play and leadership all morning.  The play of the game came in the third quarter after the Bulldogs tried to make it interesting with a TD to close to within 10!  Nick Talley to Carson Voohis ran a bubble pump for a long TD to regain the momentum and help seal the W!

The JV Rocks look to keep rolling next Saturday, September 29 at Avon High School at 10 a.m.  See you there!!

#RockReport Varsity at Brownsburg

On Friday, your Rocks traveled to Brownsburg and faced the Bulldogs, losing in heart-breaking fashion, 28-30. The Bulldogs started the scoring early, but the Shamrock offense answered quickly. The Rock D got in on the scoring with a pick-six in the first half, and the Rocks led 21-16 at the break. A single Bulldog score in the third put Brownsburg on top headed to the fourth. The two teams traded scores, and then the Rock D held on a crucial four-down set to give the offense a chance. The Shamrock offense marched down the field all the way to the one yard line before the Bulldog defense was able to stiffen and hold. With time winding down, the Rocks attempted the field goal that would have given them the lead and put the Bulldog offense in the hot seat. The kick, however, was ruled to have missed and the Bulldogs were able to kneel out the clock after taking over possession.

Special mention should be given to Christiaan Huisden, Mason Piening, and Brady Kelly. These Rocks made significant contributions in preparing the team for the Friday contest. During the week, they brought it Now, providing the best possible look for their fellow teammates.

The Rocks come home next Friday to face the Orioles of Avon. Kickoff is scheduled for 7pm.

#Gameday Varsity at Brownsburg

Tonight, your Rocks will travel to the west side of the Indianapolis Metro area in order to face the Bulldogs of Brownsburg. So far, the Bulldogs have compiled an impressive 5-0 record (3-0 HCC) defeating Fishers last week 27-20. They have also beaten Bloomington South, Cathedral, Franklin Central, and Avon.

The Bulldogs average 33 ppg on 379 ypg (226 ground, 153 air). They are led by the potent one-two punch of Junior RB Donny Marcus (#20) and Senior WR Bryce Kirtz (#17). Marcus is averaging 163 rushing yards per game, and has notched 6 touchdowns so far this year. Kirtz has added an additional 70 yards receiving per game to go along with 5 touchdowns. The two have combined for 1,428 all-purpose yards on the season. The Rocks will need to clamp down on the offensive threat while carrying over their own offensive momentum from last week's victory.

A bit of a drive required for this one, with country or city options. Either way, we've got you covered with directions. Kickoff is scheduled for 7pm.

#RockReport Freshmen vs HSE

The freshman Rocks of Westfield defeated the Royals from Hamilton Southeastern by a score of 40-19. This was a great team effort, with many contributors from all sides of the ball. Standout players included the running backs for the offense – Levi Harless and Bryson Hoover – whose aggressive running paved the offense’s way to the end zone on multiple occasions. Mr. Consistency on the offense went to the TE Luke Lewis, as he combined great blocking skills in the run game along with clutch receptions in the passing game. The big play of the game was the Webster toss to Amarion Ballard for a 60 yard touchdown on the first drive of the third quarter. The defense combined its efforts to produce four takeaways. Safety Alex Wolf accounted for two of those takeaways on clutch interceptions. Mr. Consistency Zach Williams was a force on the defensive line, tackling the running back for a loss or pressuring the quarterback on nearly every play he was in. Along with multiple tackles and player of the game honors on defense, Magwire Graybill earned a nod as special teams player of the game. He accounted for two scores – one on a blocked punt, and one on a defensive takeaway. The kicker Easton Snodgrass received Mr. Consistency for his wonderful placement of kickoffs, and the big play was Kyle Widmer’s blocked PAT after HSE’s first score. The Rocks will play Brownsburg at Brownsburg on Saturday, September 22nd . Kickoff is at 10:00 a.m. Go Rocks!