Spartans get first win, playoffs in reach

Justin Seward
Times Reporter

 

The Strathmore Spartans high school football team got the monkey off their back with a big offensive output to beat Drumheller 38-21 on Oct. 8 to give themselves a chance at the postseason.
“It was our first regular season win in an extremely competitive league,” said head coach Travis Gorski. “It did feel good to get the monkey off our back, but that being said it’s not like we’ve been out of the other games. It felt good to be able to finish, maintain a lead throughout the game and actually finish the game.”
Gorski added that they have had the lead in all of their previous games and came out on the losing end because of penalties and mental errors, but this time were able to overcome those lapses against Drumheller.
“Anytime they focused in on a particular receiver, we were able to go to a different one,” he said.
“I thought our offense spread the ball around multiple targets and they all did their job and really attacked their defense, trying to defend against an offense that tries to give it to multiple threats is extremely difficult.”
Quarterback Kobe Holloway thought it was a relief to see the offense finally clicking and making plays, and found that throwing the ball was a vital component in the win.
“They wanted us to run the ball,” said Holloway.
“We got to exploit them in the air with a couple of bombs. We had a really good practice the day before the game and everyone came out with positive attitudes and they just showed up to play.”
Cornerback Isaac Wegner thought the defense were confident all game long and able to pick up Drumheller’s offensive tendencies.
“Our team really watched the ball the entire play, every play just to make sure they didn’t get more than a few yards a carry,” said Wegner.
“They have some strong running backs and we shut them down for the most part.”
On Oct. 16, the Spartans will play Medicine Hat High School at home and if they win, they will get into the playoffs.
Kick-off is set for 3:30 p.m.