4th Grade
UpTop 49ers vs. Newland and Company Seahawks
Seahawks Edge 49ers in Gritty 8-6 Battle
In a hard-fought defensive slugfest, the Seahawks held on to defeat the 49ers 8-6 in an absolute battle from the opening whistle to the final whistle.
Both teams played disciplined, physical football, with zero turnovers on either side. Long, sustained offensive drives and the kicking game proved to be the difference-makers. Eli paced the Seahawks’ offense, punching in the team’s lone touchdown and nailing the critical two-point kick that ultimately secured the victory.
With yards hard to come by, ball security was paramount. Samson, Eli, Owen, Jaxon, and the Seahawks quarterbacks executed cleanly in the backfield, keeping every exchange crisp and protecting the football on every carry.
The game was won in the trenches. The offensive and defensive lines set the tone all day, creating daylight on sustained drives and coming up with massive, drive-killing stops when it mattered most. Huge credit up front goes to Kaison Ballenski, Rhett Dunn, Benny Boyle, Desmond Donovan, Sawyer Conners, and Bjorn Peterson for dominating the line of scrimmage.
From start to finish, this was a complete team victory defined by grit, effort, and execution.
The 49ers lost a close defensive battle against the Seahawks. Beau Benski threw the ball well and managed pressure from the quarterback position. Reid Leprowse, Asher Sutey, and Mason Tomsheck all ran hard with the ball in their hands. Lowen Weigle steadied the offensive line with a strong performance at center.
On the defensive side, Elias Pierce flew around the field from the safety position, while Blake Williams provided run support at cornerback. Landon Marney was a powerful force on the interior defensive line, and Asher Svejkovsky pulled double duty at linebacker and defensive end.
Harrington Pepsi Lions vs. Universal Athletic/CCCS Dolphins
In a fiercely contested matchup, the Mining City Lions took on the Dolphins in Week 3, emerging victorious with a final score of 20-7. The game once again highlighted the exceptional performance of the Lions’ defense, which earned MVP honors for its relentless effort.
The defensive squad saw new players step up, delivering bone-crunching solo tackles. Led by Hunter “The Hammer” Myers-Callen, Maverick “Iceman” Dunne, Dean “The Machine” Wendt, and Riley “The Raging Bull” Smyth, the Lions’ defense was a wall that the Dolphins struggled to breach.
Quarterback Beckham “The Flash” Bristol showcased his versatility by running in a touchdown and completing multiple key passes. One standout play was his incredible “Mossed” pass to Tysen “The Titan” Anzik, which left the crowd roaring. Beckham, also playing middle linebacker, made a significant impact with two interceptions and delivered some amazing hits that fired up the team.
Jude “The Dude” Delong continued to impress, scoring two rushing touchdowns and delivering one of the hardest hits of the game. His powerful kick for an extra point sailed right through the center of the uprights, adding to the Lions’ lead.
Teddy “Hitman” Romero was undoubtedly the hardest hitter of the game, earning praise from the referee, who remarked that it was one of the hardest hits he had witnessed at this level. Teddy also recovered a fumble and executed an impressive pancake block, showcasing his dominance on both sides of the ball.
The Lions’ offensive line remained unstoppable, providing excellent blocking that allowed the team to maintain control of the game.
As the final whistle blew, the Lions celebrated their hard-fought 20-7 victory, building on their momentum and confidence as the season progressed. Both teams displayed immense heart and determination, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.
Dolphins Come Up Just Short Against the Lions
The Dolphins put together a strong performance against the Lions this week, battling hard from start to finish. Although they fell short of securing the win, the team showed toughness, determination, and improvement across the field in an impressive all-around effort.
The Dolphins’ defense came ready to play and was led by Finn Jonart, who was disruptive throughout the game from his defensive tackle position. Finn consistently made plays in the backfield and helped slow down the Lions’ offense. Finn Cook also delivered one of the game’s biggest defensive moments, flying up from the defensive backfield to make a huge tackle that energized the team.
On offense, Clay Salo found the end zone to keep the Dolphins in the fight. The game also started with a spark from Vince Connors, who hauled in a reception and nearly took it the distance, setting the tone for the Dolphins’ attack.
Keslyr Schilling had an outstanding game on both sides of the ball. Offensively, he consistently found himself open thanks to crisp, disciplined route running. Defensively, he contributed three tackles and played a key role in helping contain the Lions’ offense.
Liam Shaw showed great hustle throughout the game, rallying to the football and being rewarded with two tackles. His effort and pursuit were a big part of the Dolphins’ defensive performance.
Up front, Jimmy Stevens played a tough, physical game on the offensive line. His protection gave the quarterback plenty of time to find receivers and helped the offense move the ball effectively throughout the contest.
While the Dolphins didn’t come away with the victory, the team can be proud of its effort. With contributions from every phase of the game and several standout performances, the Dolphins showed they are continuing to grow and compete every time they take the field.
5th Grade
McQueen Athletic Club Commanders vs. Casagranda’s Bills
The Bills’ offensive line dominated the line of scrimmage in their victory over the Commanders. Easton Henningsen, Khaleb Hiner, Kole Killoy, Fischer Burns, and Johnny Halverson manned the O-line as the Bills’ offense moved down the gridiron.
Johnny Pesanti led the ground game at running back, Kolter Allmendinger rushed for a touchdown, and Ben Way and Braiden Shields both added yards on the ground. Quarterback Beau Samson connected with Ryder Potts and Johnny Gustavsen for touchdown passes in the victory.
The Bills’ defense held a tough Commanders offense to a single touchdown. Harrison Hensley intercepted two passes in the victory and forced a turnover on downs with a tackle for loss near the goal line. Macin Conway also secured a touchdown-saving tackle in the victory.
The stage was set Thursday night for a showdown between the Commanders and Bills. The Commanders offense was off to a great start behind the hard running of Axton Zemljak-McGrath.
Moni Mondloch showed his speed on the outside for the Commanders offense, running great routes to keep the Bills defenders on their toes. Weldon Lester continued to show his blocking skills at an elite level, helping protect the quarterback.
On defense, Zeke Phillips led the way on the defensive front. Zeke used his size and speed to help keep the Bills’ running attack out of the middle of the field. Carter Edwards broke up multiple pass attempts from the corner position.
The Commanders hope to learn from the loss as they prepare for another battle next Thursday.
Buffalo Wild Wings Steelers vs. Thriftway/Monteriors Vikings
Kingston
Kingston was a MAN ON A MISSION against the Vikings! He ran all over the field and gave the defense problems from the first snap to the last. Whether he was lowering his shoulder and running through contact, throwing out the stiff arm, or simply using his speed to fly past defenders, Kingston found ways to make plays. He punched in multiple touchdowns and showed exactly what happens when you combine speed, power, and determination!
Jasper
Jasper was a true two-way warrior in this game, playing most of the game on both sides of the ball. When he wanted to get back on defense, we gave him a new challenge at safety—and he turned into a BALL HAWK!
Jasper was flying around the field, reading the play, and making plays on the football. He nearly took one interception all the way for a pick-six, but he wasn’t finished. He ended the game with an interception and two pass deflections. Not a bad debut at his new position!
Madyx “Tank”
Madyx earned his nickname TANK for a reason! He held down the line of scrimmage and helped create running lanes for the offense. Then he took his talents to defense and became an absolute WALL.
Madyx plugged up the holes, made it difficult for the Vikings to find running room, and refused to give up ground. When you have a Tank in the middle, there’s nowhere to go!
Dax
Dax had a fantastic game and became a LOCKDOWN CORNER for the defense! He stayed with his man, competed on every play, and nearly came away with an interception of his own.
Even though he just missed the pick, Dax never let up. He gave everything he had every time he stepped onto the field and played a huge role in helping the defense hold the Vikings to just six points. That’s the kind of effort that makes a difference!
Jaxson
Jaxson stepped into the middle of the defense at inside linebacker and held his own! He blew up several plays before they had a chance to develop, stopping runs that could have turned into big gains.
Jaxson used his athleticism and instincts to navigate the field, find the football, and make plays. Beyond the tackles, he became a leader of the defense, helping get everyone lined up and ready to go. Jaxson showed that being a leader isn’t just about making plays—it’s about making everyone around you better!
The Thriftway/Monteriors Vikings came up just short in a hard-fought battle against the Steelers.
Cash O’Connor led the Vikings offense with several impressive long runs and the team’s only touchdown of the day. Hudson Clary and Colt Kelly each hauled in receptions from O’Connor, while Gabe Blacklock and Finnick Richman provided steady, determined running throughout the game.
On the defensive side of the ball, the Vikings were anchored by strong line play from Blake Schofield and Colter Trudnowski. Nathan Harvey and Cedric Smith delivered hard hits all afternoon, and Grant Ellingson helped bolster the defense with a key fumble recovery.
6th Grade
Lisac’s Tire Raiders vs. Bank of Butte Packers
The Raiders faced off against the Packers in a hard-fought game, with the Packers outlasting the Raiders 18-16 in a contest that went down to the wire.
Samuel Rutz led the Raiders, having a very impressive game on both the offensive and defensive sides of the ball. Samuel did a nice job keeping Packers standout Phillip Cooper somewhat contained, but Cooper was able to break free for a couple of long touchdown runs.
Nicholas Daly, Dawson Hotalen, and Tripp Johnston also played great games on defense, making several tackles. Lucas Rosas had an interception, and KJ Meagher played solid as always.
On offense, the Raiders were led by quarterback Daxon Dennehy, who scored one touchdown, while Samuel Rutz scored the other. Also contributing on offense were August Sutey, Hank Butala, Rylie Little, and Matthew Wold.
The Raiders look to bounce back against the Chargers this week.
Bank of Butte Packers vs. Lisac’s Tire Raiders
It was a great day for Little Guy Football, with beautiful weather setting the stage for an exciting matchup between the Bank of Butte Packers and the Lisac’s Tire Raiders.
The two teams battled hard from start to finish in a game that came down to just two points. When the final whistle blew, the Bank of Butte Packers had managed to squeak out a thrilling 18-16 victory.
Several Packers stepped up with big plays throughout the game.
Caleb Lighter came through with a clutch fumble recovery that helped turn the momentum and ultimately led to a Packers touchdown. It was a big play at an important moment in the game.
On defense, Bellamy Perez played a solid game at linebacker, making his presence felt and helping keep the Raiders’ offense in check.
Noah Hollaman provided valuable points by successfully kicking both of the Packers’ two-point conversions. In a game decided by only two points, those conversions proved especially important.
Up front, Cody Henson did an excellent job at center, keeping the offensive line organized and on task throughout the game. His leadership helped the Packers maintain their focus in a hard-fought contest.
Bridger Smith, despite battling an injury, made a big impact late in the game. His clutch blocks helped the Packers make important plays when they needed them most and showed the determination and toughness that made a difference in the final moments.
The Packers and Raiders put on a great game, with both teams competing hard and showing plenty of effort and sportsmanship. With beautiful weather, an exciting finish, and several players stepping up when their teams needed them, it was a memorable day for Little Guy Football.
In the end, the Bank of Butte Packers came away with a two-point victory, but both teams gave the fans plenty to cheer about.
5518 Designs Broncos vs. Steele’s/Valley Bank Chiefs
Week 3: Broncos Beat Chiefs 46-16 in Bounce-Back Win
What a bounce-back victory! The Broncos came out firing Tuesday night and put together a complete team effort to defeat the Chiefs 46-16. From the opening snap to the final whistle, the boys controlled the game on both sides of the ball.
The story of the night started in the trenches. The offensive line was absolutely amazing, with Karson “Boss” Voss, Kingston “Kong” Glanton, Roo “Rhino” Melby, and Odin “D-Train” Dixon controlling the line of scrimmage. They opened up massive holes all game long and provided excellent protection.
Because the offensive line was playing so well, nearly every eligible player got a chance to carry the ball at tailback. Gracen “Blur” Bowser took full advantage, running the ball incredibly hard and breaking free for a fantastic touchdown. Wyatt “Weapon” Thompson, Cam “Clutch” Nicholls, Cayson “Cannon” Cox, and Keane “Machine” Walsh also took turns pounding the rock, running hard, and picking up tough yards to keep the chains moving.
Through the air and on the ground, the offense was clicking on all cylinders. Jace “Ace” Graham had a huge night making plays all over the field, rushing for two touchdowns, passing for two more, and even catching one himself. Kobin “Megatron” Kujawa was right there with him, catching two touchdowns and throwing for another to keep the Chiefs’ defense guessing.
On the defensive side of the ball, the Broncos created chaos. Lyle “The Rock” Bradley and Cruz “Crash” Clary delivered massive hits, causing multiple fumbles and setting a physical tone. Jaxon “Havoc” Duncan swarmed to the football and jumped on one of those loose balls for a huge fumble recovery.
The secondary was just as dangerous. Seth “Sonic” Lundin made a brilliant read for a crucial interception and nearly took it all the way back for a touchdown. Meanwhile, Conner “C-4” Gallagher locked down the deep third of the field, playing excellent coverage to ensure the Chiefs couldn’t hit any big passing plays to mount a comeback.
It was an incredible team win where every single player stepped up and contributed. Great job, Broncos—enjoy the victory!
5518 Designs Broncos — Week 2
A Hard-Fought Battle: Broncos Fall Short 32-26 in a Thriller Against the Packers
It was a very well-played game by both teams on Tuesday night. The Broncos and Packers laid it all on the line in a thrilling, back-and-forth contest, with the Broncos ultimately coming up just short in a 32-26 loss.
The Packers had a strong offensive outing, led by a running back who was highly effective at eluding tackles and making plays in the open field. Despite the challenge, the entire Broncos roster played a great game, never backing down and battling until the final whistle.
In the trenches, the defensive line worked relentlessly to slow down the Packers’ rushing attack. Kingston “Kong” Glanton, Karson “Boss” Voss, and Roo “Rhino” Melby anchored the interior, shedding blocks and fighting hard in the middle.
On the edges, Jaxon “Havoc” Duncan and Kobin “Megatron” Kujawa played with great energy to contain the outside, with Kobin securing a clutch tackle for a safety. Cruz “Crash” Clary was a physical presence all over the field, seamlessly rotating between the defensive line and linebacker to make several tough stops.
The rest of the linebacker corps was just as aggressive. Lyle “The Rock” Bradley and Wyatt “Weapon” Thompson flew around the field to fill gaps and pursue the ball carrier to the whistle.
In the secondary, the defensive backs were tasked with containing some speedy receivers and tricky sweeping runs. Conner “C-4” Gallagher patrolled the deep third with great vision, while Cayson “Cannon” Cox, Cam “Clutch” Nicholls, and Keane “Machine” Walsh stepped up to deliver crucial open-field tackles.
Gracen “Blur” Bowser and Seth “Sonic” Lundin were ball hawks, staying glued to their assignments and keeping the passing lanes tight.
Offensively, the Broncos moved the ball well and put 26 points on the board. The offensive line fought hard to give the backfield solid pocket time. Gracen “Blur” Bowser and Wyatt “Weapon” Thompson ran incredibly hard to keep the chains moving, taking advantage of massive perimeter blocks from Cayson “Cannon” Cox, Keane “Machine” Walsh, and Cam “Clutch” Nicholls.
Seth “Sonic” Lundin also did a fantastic job getting open to keep the Packers’ defense honest. The steady offensive execution allowed Jace “Ace” Graham to punch in two rushing touchdowns, while Kobin “Megatron” Kujawa added a third score on the ground.
Special teams was flawless once again. Odin “D-Train” Dixon continued to be automatic, perfectly executing all three of his extra-point kicks and keeping the score incredibly tight down the stretch.
Every single player gave it everything they had against a tough opponent. The boys will dust off, get back to practice, and be ready to roll next week!
