'Learning through battles.' Lawrence North flashes firepower, wins at Circle City Classic
Lawrence North found itself trailing Ben Davis late first half of Circle City Classic. Seventh-ranked Wildcats did not panic, controlling second half.
Four years ago, the Lawrence North Wildcats emerged victorious at Lucas Oil Stadium. On Saturday night, they repeated history against rival Class 6A Ben Davis in the 2026 Circle City Classic main event. The Wildcats, ranked seventh in the 6A, faced a tough Metropolitan Interscholastic Conference (MIC) battle, combining for 12 touchdowns.
Senior Davion Jones, the team's senior leader, emphasized their ability to learn through adversity, stating, "We battled through adversity, and that's what we're learning right now. We're learning through battles, through adversity." Ben Davis, the opponent, scored seven touchdowns, while Lawrence North scored eight, with seven through offense.
Junior quarterback Darian Prather completed 21 of 33 passes for 298 yards, four touchdowns, and an interception. Senior Izayveon Moore rushed for 146 yards and two touchdowns. The defense's key moment came when Jones intercepted a pass, leading to three consecutive turnovers and a 47-28 score. The Wildcats dominated the second half, scoring three touchdowns, including a 23-yard pick-six by Jones.
The game showcased Lawrence North's resilience and ability to perform under pressure, leading to their fourth consecutive win.
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