by sophomore Connor Boesch, giving his team possession on the Owen County 27 yard line, from where we moved the ball to the 2 yard line - 1st and Goal. A play or two later, Spencer Brown scored the first Brossart Mustangs touchdown of the season, on a keeper, putting his team on top 6-0. The PAT attempt was wide right.
A 2nd quarter pass interception by Owen County and six first downs by the Rebels, resulted in a 13-6 halftime deficit.
Brossart turned back a serious Owen County scoring threat to open the second half, as a touchdown was called back on a blocking violation, and when Connor Boesch intercepted his second Rebel pass of the night, the Mustangs had dodged the bullet.
The Mustang eleven failed to generate sufficient offense in the ensuing set of downs, setting up a punt situation. An errant snap, over the head of the Mustang punter resulted in a safety, making it a 15-6 ballgame, and a late third period field-goal by the Rebels, capped the scoring in the football game.
The Mustangs offense draws passing grades for their versatility, execution, and effectivenesss, but the passing game needs some work, as Spencer Brown was chased out of the pocket repeatedly, resulting in several serious losses of yardage.
The Brossart defense had their moments, but continued to give up the "big play" which haunted them throughout the pre-season scrimmages.
Coach Matt Reinhart will have two weeks to iron out the wrinkles, as a result of the upcoming bye week, before the Mustangs entertain Walton-Verona back at Newport Stadium on Saturday afternoon, Sept. 13th. |
