Berne Union and Fisher Catholic football secure league wins Friday
Berne Union and Fisher Catholic secured key league wins in a busy week of high school football action.
Week 7 of high school football concluded with notable victories for Berne Union and Fisher Catholic. The Rockets faced Grove City Christian on the road, securing a dominant 19-16 win in the Mid-State League-Cardinal Division. Quarterback James Hocking was instrumental, rushing for 201 yards on 17 carries and scoring two touchdowns.
He also contributed with a 33-yard receiving touchdown. Following this win, Berne Union's record improved to 4-3, with a 3-1 mark in the league, setting up a significant matchup against Fisher Catholic in the near future.
In Fisher Catholic's game against Millersport, the Irish faced several challenges, including three fumbles. Despite these setbacks, they managed to overcome Millersport with a commanding 34-6 victory in Mid-State League-Buckeye Division action. Leading the charge, senior Same Tencza rushed for 125 yards on eight carries, including an 83-yard touchdown run.
Charlie Tencza added 114 rushing yards and a touchdown, while Ethan O’Rielley scored two rushing touchdowns and returned a fumble for a score. Defensive standout Damian Neal and Blake Wohrer each recorded an interception, contributing to Fisher Catholic's impressive 6-1 overall record, with a perfect 4-0 mark in the MSL.
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