Private schools: Week 8 Recap…
By Robert Przybylo
BPrzybylo@opubco.com
A couple of teams took big steps up while some took a step back. Coming down the stretch with only two weeks left.
Bishop McGuinness (6-2, 4-1)
I predicted 34-7. In actuality, it was 34-0 for the Irish at Guymon. That’s what you’re supposed to do against a weaker opponent.
The most notable thing in Week 8 happened at Moses F. Miller Stadium when Weatherford beat Douglass. I talked to Jameel Whitney on Saturday, and he said they were getting their hopes up.
A Douglass win would have made a three-way tie. But with the Eagles win, Weatherford is in the driver’s seat to claim the 4A-1 title. Irish are looking at second as have head-to-head edge on the Trojans.
The Irish take on Southeast on Friday.
Heritage Hall (5-3, 5-0)
Another team that put itself in control of its own destiny for a district crown. The Chargers had their most impressive game of the season in a 49-7 win against Newkirk.
Sterling Shepard is playing with a lot more confidence at quarterback and that is crucial if this team is going to make a run.
The rich get richer as sophomore Quintaz Struble has been cleared to play. The only question is when he will suit up.
Heritage hosts John Marshall (6-2, 3-2) on Friday.
Casady (7-2, 3-2)
Knew it would be a battle with Houston Episcopal. It was 17-15 HE in the fourth quarter when HE put the game out of reach.
Talked with coach Koby Scoville on Saturday, and he agreed with my assessment. Casady has not dropped off its level of play the last two weeks, but the Southwest Prep Conference is just that strong this year.
To close out with Houston St. Johns (who was fired up after a tough loss), Episcopal and of course, Holland Hall is just a tough chore to take on.
The rivalry game caps off the season for the Cyclones as Casady goes to Holland Hall. HH had an impressive win over HSJ this last week.
Other private schools
- In a close and exciting game, Cashion got the best of OCS by a 12-10 score. The Saints running game was practically nullified. OCS is still in good shape for a playoff berth.
- CHA’s playoff chances took a turn for the worse with a loss to Luther. A win, and the teams would have flipped positions. Now John Merrell’s club is going to need to take care of business and get some help.
- Mt. St. Mary’s received a big game from Aaron Smith and Dalton Newsome and beat Fairview 35-21. The Rockets are now 2-6 this season. Doesn’t sound much, but it’s definitely an improving program.
- Thought it might be a ‘run-rule’ game between Davenport and OCA. It was as Davenport won 50-0 against Keith Lough’s club. The Eagles have a winnable game vs. Prue this week.
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