Becker loses to Orono in coach Dwight Lundeen's final season opener
Becker had control all game, but Orono would just not quit. The Spartans used a big fourth quarter to escape with a 35-28 win over Becker.
BECKER, MN — In the fourth quarter of the season opener on September 3, Becker took a 9-point lead with 7:48 remaining. Despite initially appearing on track for victory, Orono's senior quarterback Finn Dyvik connected with senior receiver Owen Paulson for a 68-yard play, which sparked a 23-point surge for the Spartans. The game ended 35-28 in favor of Orono, marking the end of head coach Dwight Lundeen's 57-season tenure.
Although not a perfect performance, Orono remained composed, making adjustments in the second half, notably focusing on coverage and avoiding costly plays. Becker's unraveling began with a fumble on a kick return, leading to Orono's second touchdown in under a minute. Despite scoring a game-tying touchdown, Becker's accumulating errors proved decisive.
Head coach Lundeen acknowledged the team's hard work, recognizing that the losses stemmed from preventable mistakes. Becker will face Hutchinson on September 11 for their next match.
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