The Lindbergh Flyers were off to an excellent start in the first two weeks of the season, but they were looking for a statement victory to really gain some notice.
That victory came last Saturday when the Flyers ventured to Hazelwood Central and came away with an impressive 43-26 victory to improve to 3-0 on the season.
Lindbergh’s passing game was formidable as quarterback Parker Powell completed 15 of 24 passes for 304 yards and three touchdowns. Senior receiver Rico Payton had six receptions for 177 yards and three touchdowns on plays of 97, 14 and 51 yards. Fellow senior David Grenia also had six receptions for 112 yards. He added a 100-yard interception return for a touchdown to seal the victory late in the game.
On defense, the Flyers had seven quarterback sacks and three interceptions, which two were returned for touchdowns. Defensive End Logan Wells led the defense with three sacks.
Lindbergh will try to keep things going on Friday night when it will host Lafayette.
Trinity Dominates
Trinity Catholic has been absolutely dominant in its first two games as it has outscored its opponents 102-0. The Titans defeated Cardinal Ritter 57-0 in a battle of Archdiocesan Athletic Association rivals last Friday night at Ritter.
Junior quarterback Isaiah Williams passed for 325 yards and four touchdowns while rushing for 108 yards, including a 76 yard TD run. There were big plays all around from the Titans. Junior receiver Marcus Washington caught three passes for 113 yards and two TDs. Sophomore James Frenchie had four receptions for 130 yards and two touchdowns. Sophomore Teryion Cooper had two rushes for 118 yards, including an 83-yard TD run.
Trinity’s defense was just as overwhelming with its overall team speed and swarming activity. Juniors Shammond Cooper and Marvin Perry led the Titans dominant defensive effort. The Titans advanced to the Class 2 state championship game last season, losing to six-time state champion Lamar.
Individual Accolades
Senior Hassan Haskins of Eureka rushed for 228 yards on 22 carries and two touchdowns in the Wildcats’ 31-7 victory over Pattonville.
Senior defensive back Austin Thompson of MICDS had three interceptions in the Rams’ 18-13 victory over Lutheran South last Saturday.
Senior Freddy Edwards of Granite City rushed for 190 yards and three touchdowns in a 55-30 victory over Carbondale. Edwards has rushed for 437 yards and scored seven touchdowns in two games.
Junior Maurice Chavers of Hazelwood East rushed for 250 yards on 23 carries and two touchdowns in a 34-13 victory over Mehlville.
Top Games of the Week
MICDS (2-1) at Lutheran North (3-0), Thursday, 7 p.m.
Webster Groves (3-0) at Ritenour (3-0), Friday, 7 p.m.
CBC (2-1) at Chaminade (2-1), Friday, 7 p.m.
Parkway Central (3-0) vs. Ladue (1-2) at Kirkwood, Friday, 7 p.m.
Edwardsville (0-2) at East St. Louis (1-1), Friday, 7 p.m.
Cardinal Ritter (2-1) at Lutheran St. Charles (3-0), Friday, 7 p.m.
Parkway North (2-1) at Summit (2-1), Friday, 7 p.m.
Kirkwood (3-0) at Pattonville (1-2), Friday, 7 p.m.
Lafayette (1-2) at Lindbergh (3-0), Friday, 7 p.m.
Hazelwood Central (2-1) at Hazelwood East (2-1), Saturday, 1 p.m.
