There were plenty of one-sided victories in week three WCSSAA (Waterloo County) Senior Boys football action. But more importantly, two CFC top 50 teams continued to show why they deserve to be ranked among the nation’s best.
Here’s a look at some of the key matchups from the past week:
Resurrection Phoenix 50, Waterloo Vikings 14
The Phoenix continues to take flight. After last week’s dramatic second-half comeback, CFC Top 50 Resurrection thumped Waterloo.
Resurrection head coach Kyle Armour says his team is very comfortable under the leadership of QB Paul Henning. Last week, Henning led his side back in a dramatic 34-30 victory over Preston. This week he led the offense in a 50-point outing.
“He is a very intelligent player and always seems to remain calm, no matter what the situation in the game,” says Armour of Henning.
Once again, as he has done every game so far this year, fifth year receiver Marcus Joseph (picture) did his share by scoring two touchdowns.
“He has worked extremely hard the past few years and continues to improve each week. His leadership and work ethic every day in practice continues to impress all of our coaches,” says Armour.
Up next for Resurrection is a crucial battle against the two-time defending champion – Sir John A. MacDonald.
“They are extremely well coached on both sides of the ball. We will have to be prepared for their very dynamic offense led by a 5th year QB,” says Armour.
Huron Heights Huskies 38, Kitchener-Waterloo Raiders 13
It may have been a lop-sided victory for the Huskies, but head coach Aaron Holmes says it was not as easy as it appeared.
For the second straight week, the Huskies offense and defense struggled early as the Raiders took an early lead. But Huron Heights fought through and won by a 25-point margin to improve their record to 3-0.
“I think that we’re sending the message that we are resilient. We adjust quickly to what’s happening on the field and our guys compete hard,” says Holmes.
Huron Heights has a roster filled with young players – an indication that they could be a team to reckon with for years to come. Holmes says the stamina of his players help get the team rolling on both sides of the ball late in ball games.
“We’re young and somewhat inexperienced, so we start slow, hesitant, and then we become progressively more aggressive throughout the game. I’d like to see us mature by playoffs into a consistently aggressive football team from start to finish,” he says.
St. Benedicts Saints 22, Grand River Renegades 10
After a loss to CFC Top 50 Jacob Hespeler last week, the Saints bounced back with an impressive defensive showing of their own.
The defense kept them in the game for the first three quarters but the team was still trailing before completing a fourth quarter comeback to pull out the victory.
Head coach Rob Lowes calls it a learning experience.
“I think the boys realize that we have to come out ready to compete each and every play. We didn’t match Grand River’s intensity until the second half. It was a relief getting back in the win column,” says Lowes.
The Saints completed the comeback on the receiver George Monaghan’s exceptional game. Monaghan had two TD catches and a crucial interception in the fourth quarter.
“He was the MVP of our game. George is an outstanding, complete football player,” says Lowes.
Eastwood Rebels 37, St. Mary’s Eagles 1
The Rebels keep rolling, continuing their undefeated run to start the season.
This week’s result came in the form of a 37-1 drumming of St. Mary’s. Strangely enough, this was the first point in three outings that the Rebels have allowed.
Head coach Jaret Brown says the defensive coordinator Adam Ziegler has implemented a great system which breeds defensive success.
“He has been here since 2010 and coached the core group of defensive players,” he says. “This has given us an advantage that he has been able to implement a system with them for a number of years.”
He says the goal is to shore up little mistakes so they can compete with teams in the “A” division.
Jacob Hespeler Hawks 50, Cameron Heights Golden Gaels 0
CFC Top 50 Jacob Hespeler Hawks were way too overwhelming en route to a dominating shutout performance.
It’s three straight wins for the Hawks who continue to show why they were the pre-season favourite to win the title.
Other Scores:
Galt Ghosts 41, Monsignor Doyle 0
Forest Heights Trojans 8, Waterloo-Oxford Crusaders 0
Sir John A MacDonald Highlanders 17, Bluevale Knights 3
St. David Greenbacks 16, Glenview Park Panthers 5
Elmira Lancers 12, Preston Panthers 11
JUNIOR
St. Mary’s Eagles 49, Eastwood Rebels 20
Heading into the match-up, these two teams were 1-2 in the standings. At the end of the day, it was the Eagles who came out on top.
Eastwood (2-1) took their first loss of the season and now remain deadlocked with St. Mary’s (2-1) for the division lead.
Ian MacLean scored 19 points for St. Mary’s.
Resurrection Phoenix 21, Waterloo Vikings 13
A solid defensive outing, excellent ball distribution and a plethora of different scorers turned out to be a recipe for success for Resurrection.
Phoenix is now 3-0 and handed Waterloo their first loss of the season.
St. Benedict’s Saints 45, Waterloo Oxford Crusaders 7
While George Monaghan is making big plays on the senior team, his little brother Griffin Monaghan is proving to be just as effective for the junior side.
Griffin grabbed two touchdown passes en route to a beatdown of the Crusaders.
The Saints are now 2-1.
Other Scores:
Jacob Hespeler Hawks 51, Monsignor Doyle 9
Kitchener-Waterloo Raiders 37, Erin District 19
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