Eagles beat Hawkeyes in football showdown
Ian Carney rushed for 139 yards and two touchdowns and threw for 100 yards and another score as visiting Waterville took control of the South/East Division with a 24-7 win over Cooperstown on Saturday, Oct. 10, at Paul Lambert Field. The Eagles scored the first two touchdowns of the game on runs by Carney, the second on a fourth-and-short play from the Hawkeye nine. Kian Mayne made both extra ...
In an intense football showdown, Waterville Eagles secured a 24-7 victory over Cooperstown Hawkeyes on Saturday, Oct. 10 at Paul Lambert Field. Reigning the South/East Division, Waterville showcased a dominant performance, thanks to the contributions of running back Ian Carney. Carney rushed for 139 yards and two touchdowns, while also throwing for 100 yards and adding another score.
Early in the second quarter, Carney orchestrated two touchdown runs, including a crucial fourth-and-short play from the Hawkeyes nine. Kian Mayne, the extra points specialist, extended Waterville's lead to 14-0 with two successful kicks. Despite Cooperstown's valiant effort in the second quarter, their lone offensive highlight came through a 30-yard touchdown by Sawyer McManus, courtesy of a clever fourth down conversion.
Waterville's response in the second half was swift and decisive. Carney's 15-yard touchdown pass to Ryland Stanton with 31 seconds left in the half, solidified their advantage. Bridger's interception in the third quarter showcased Waterville's defensive prowess. The Eagles' strong performance was further underscored by Bridger's fumble recovery on the opening kickoff and an interception in the third quarter.
However, despite Cooperstown's efforts to exploit Waterville's mistakes or capitalize on their four fourth downs, they failed to capitalize on these opportunities.
Ethan Kimball and Kayden Wells, the Waterville defense, sealed the game with two interceptions. Waterville's Mayne ended the game with a 35-yard field goal, sealing the win with 7:03 minutes left on the clock. He also contributed significantly with 116 yards on the ground. Carney had a stellar pass completion record of 9-for-16, while Stanton led the team in receiving with 39 yards.
Waterville now sits atop the South/East Division with a record of 6-0, 3-0, a position they can secure with a home victory against West Canada Valley on Friday, Oct. 16. Cooperstown, on the other hand, at 5-1, 1-1, will host Frankfort-Schuyler in a South/East game on Saturday, Oct. 17.
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