It was a defensive slugfest within the first half, however the Miller Marauders discovered a technique to beat the LeBoldus Golden Suns within the second half to win the Regina Intercollegiate Soccer League’s Schwann Convention title.
“I used to be just a little nervous after the primary half, however within the second half we actually pulled it collectively,” stated Miller offensive lineman Ben Schmidt. “The defence was taking part in lights out the entire time.
“I used to be happy with all people.”
The 2 groups went into halftime tied at three, however Miller discovered the tip zone early within the second half, as working again Marshall Erichsen scored the primary landing of the sport, to go together with 193 speeding yards on 27 carries. The Marauders went on to win 27-9.
“It was an important battle with the fellows particularly towards our rival LeBoldus,” stated Miller quarterback Winston Chapman. “The defence confirmed up. Our o-line performed like they may. Our receivers made the massive time catches. And Marshall Erichsen did what he all the time does. I used to be completely happy to return out with the win.
“We’ve been a second half staff all 12 months, so we had the boldness heading into the second half that we had been going to ship.”
Miller captured its first 6A metropolis championship since 2018, when a number of gamers like Schmidt had been Grade 9 rookies. Now in Grade 12, this title is way sweeter, particularly contemplating the league wasn’t capable of play in 2020 because of the pandemic.
“It sucked lacking out on final 12 months, however it’s simply superior this 12 months,” stated Schmidt. “We received in Grade 9, however form of bought carried, so it feels nice to be the carriers.”
The Marauders now journey to Saskatoon to tackle the Holy Cross Crusaders for the 6A provincial championship on Saturday at 1 p.m. at SMF Discipline.
“It’s actually thrilling,” stated Chapman. “I’m trying ahead to creating the journey to Saskatoon and hopefully profitable the provincial title there towards a great Holy Cross staff.”
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