Jac-Cen-Del Eagle junior Maverick Dwenger (21) finds tough competition in his Rising Sun Shiner counterpart (25) as they battle for ball control. GARY FRANKLIN PHOTO
South Ripley Raider defenders find themselves out maneuvered by the driving Oldenburg Academy Twister (8). This particular drive was
deterred by Raider goalie Caleb Cumberworth; however, SR efforts fell short as the Twister persistence earned OA the victory over SRHS.
Chasing, Raider #24, is Michael Pope. GARY FRANKLIN PHOTO
Eagle teammate Thiago Kronemberg (Kapps) (22) becomes a landing zone for the rushing Shiner defender (12).
The take down ruled a hand ball, possession to JCD. GARY FRANKLIN PHOTO
Jac-Den-Del Eagles varsity continues to soar
Gary Franklin
SPORTS EDITOR
Without the assistance of key Jac-Cen-Del Eagle starter senior Blake Straub in their lineup, a steadfast battle against the visiting Rising Sun Shiners on Friday evening, September 12, resulted in a 1-1 tie after first half action ended. As play continued through a second varsity half of play, with neither team able to capitalize on a goal shot the 1-1 tie held up, leaving JCD’s season record 5-2-2 with an ORVC conference record standing at 4-1-1.
GARY FRANKLIN PHOTO
Pictured left, Jac-Cen-Del Eagle junior Devon Wilson (94) kicks the ball upfield, after one of his numerous goal-saving stops against the visiting Rising Sun Shiners. The hard fought battle at JCDHS ended in a 1-1 tie.
Road action on Wednesday evening, September 10, found JCD crushing their Switzerland Co. Pacers hosting opponents by a 10-0 final score after scoring six unanswered goals in the first half, then four more in the final period’s action to win 10-0.
Despite playing minimal minutes during the SC game, Eagle starters Tyler Huff (4)and Thiago Kronemberg (Kapps) (22) scored four goals each. Eagles teammates Dillon Engel (11) and Devon Wilson (3) each added a goal for the total of 10 Eagle points for the game while blanking the SC Pacers.
Eagle senior Riley Thomas (14); juniors – Devon Wilson (3), Allen Troy (2), and Dillon Engel (11), along with freshman Blake Smith each earned goal assists recognition during the game. Eagle Wilson (3) shared defensive goalkeeper duties with junior teammate Mason Powers (11). The JCD’s official record at the conclusion of the JCD/SC game stood at 5-2-1, with ORVC conference: 4-1-0.
Varsity road action results on Wednesday, September 9, found a JCD Eagles coed soccer team the 3-2 winner.
Eagle junior Tyler Huff (4) netted two goal scores, while Thiago Kronemberg (Kapps) (22) each added a goal score.
Eagle Junior Patrick Holt (8) collected an assist, with teammate Mason Powers (23) and Devon Wilson covering as JCD goalies. The Eagle JV half concluded in a 1-0 JCD victory as well.
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• South Ripley Lady Raiders triumph to collect their first victory of the 2014 season (page 5)
• ORVC Weekly Report Summary (page 6)
• Annual Ripley County Girls Golf Meet played at North Branch (page 6)
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