Priory Fights For Tough Win Over Westminster

The  Rebels moved to 2-1 on the season on Friday with a second straight win, by a score of 12-6 over Friday night in a game played at .

 used a strong defense to win the field position battle in the first half, keeping the Wildcats inside their own 20-yard line.

Seve Esparrago was a difference-maker for Priory, scoring a touchdown, recording an interception on defense and also recovering a fumble on the night.

Westminster head coach Cory Snyder felt his players did well, despite the loss. “I’m proud of our kids. We got to the end but we didn’t come through.”, said Snyder.

Priory’s head coach, Marty Combs, was happy with the win. “We did what we had to do to win. I think we executed fairly well,” said Combs.

The special team units for both teams caused a lot of mistakes and penalties during the game. Combs added, “Defensively we played well, but we need work on our punt coverage.”

Lineman Sam Bruns was shaken up towards the end of the game, resulting in a concussion.

“The new rules are set there for a reason. He has an official  concussion and this will prevent him from further injuries," Combs said.

The Wildcats will travel to face Borgia Friday, Sept. 16 looking for redemption.