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How Hallsville remained poised in a tough game against Palmyra
Not many things went in Hallsville’s (0-1) favor in a heartbreaking 42-40 double overtime home loss to Palmyra (1-0) on Friday night. With time ticking down in the first half and Hallsville trailing 28-12, Palmyra quarterback Rylan Compton fired a dart over the middle of the field into traffic. Instead of finding its way to a wide receiver, the ball went into the hands of sophomore safety Gabriel Jenkins. But, before making what could have been an...
Weather denies Hawks chance to rally in second half as season opener is ruled no contest
DES MOINES, Iowa — The process was always going to outweigh the outcome. Still, the Quincy University football players and coaches would have liked another 30 minutes to see what the outcome could have been. Trailing Drake 10-0 at halftime in Thursday night’s season opener at Drake Stadium, the...
Muddy Night Lights, Episode 1
QUINCY — Muddy River Sports Editor Matt Schuckman and a series of guests spent two hours Friday night talking high school football for the debut episode of Muddy Night Lights, powered by Farm & Home Supply. Four area coaches — Camp Point Central’s Brad Dixon, Hannibal’s Jeff Gschwender, Pittsfield’s...
Jacksonville Picks Up Win Over Quincy at Home
Jacksonville picked up a 2-1 home win Alumni Field on Wednesday over Quincy. The Crimsons’ goals came from Owen Hall and Anderson Decker while both assists were by Bennett Karr. Briar Miller had some big saves in goal for Jacksonville to help secure the win. Thanks to Chris Duerr from KHQA for the highlights.
Chandler-Gutierrez scores four goals to lead C-SC to victory in home opener
CANTON, Mo. — It was a home opener to remember for junior forward Alayna Chandler-Gutierrez and the Culver-Stockton College women’s soccer team. Chandler-Gutierrez scored a career-high four goals as the Wildcats earned a 5-0 victory Wednesday night over Stephens College at Ellison Poulton Stadium. C-SC, which defeated Northwestern...
Drake hosts Quincy University Thursday night
The college football season gets off to an early start Thursday night when Drake hosts Quincy University in a rare home opener for the Bulldogs, who are the defending Pioneer Football League champions. That’s coach Todd Stepsis. Drake is looking to break a recent trend that has seen them open...
Hawks’ offense will focus on running game, but Davis’ return will open up passing game
QUINCY — Drake Davis was more observer than participant last spring when the Quincy University football team went through its first practices under first-year head coach Jason Killday and a new offensive staff. That might have been for the best. The senior quarterback was able to study the concepts...
Game Night Guide: Week 1 of prep football finally arrives with full Friday night slate
QUINCY — The curtain goes up at 7 p.m. Friday on another high school football season. So here’s a look at the lid-lifting slate:. Quincy High School at Quincy Notre Dame, 7 p.m. • WGEM Sports. • Raider Sports Network. Did you know?: This will be the fourth...
Photo gallery: QHS, QND square off in first week of high school football season
QUINCY — The Quincy High School and Quincy Notre Dame football programs showcased some mettle and moxie, but it was the Blue Devils’ athleticism and depth that made the difference in a season-opening 40-12 victory at Advance Physical Therapy Field. Muddy River Sports Editor Matt Schuckman was on...
Raiders understand success offensively is predicated on getting Hun, ground game going
QUINCY — As the days passed prior to Friday’s opening night affair with its crosstown rival, there was a clear approach in mind for Quincy Notre Dame football coach Jack Cornell. “Our goal is that on Saturday morning we all wake up and that everybody in Quincy was...
‘I’m excited to see us get better’: Blue Devils overcome miscues with ballyhooed offense attack, beat Raiders in season opener
QUINCY — Quarterback Bradyn Little admits the Quincy High School offense still has a few kinks to iron out. “Too many penalties, too many turnovers,” he said. “But we’ll clean those up. The only way to get experience is by playing games. I’m excited to see us get better.”
‘I love the big guys up front’: Play of defensive line will bolster QU football team’s aggressive nature
QUINCY — Jaylin Vaughn wasn’t sure how to answer Quincy University football coach Jason Killday’s query. “At first, it caught me off guard,” the junior defensive tackle said. Killday kept coming to Vaughn and asking him, “Do you know what’s really fun?” The second-year transfer from...
Countdown to kickoff: Blue Devils need ‘to be starving’ for more success and to make more history
QUINCY — An album released 40 years ago that produced a pair of iconic rock anthems could find its way back into circulation around the Quincy High School football locker room if for no other reason than the title alone. It’s unlikely the Blue Devils know the album or...
Scoreboard for Wednesday, August 28: Raiders, Blue Devils fall on pitch, golfers go low
PEORIA, Ill. — Quincy Notre Dame boys soccer coach Greg Reis and his players were able to see Wednesday night what it’s like to square off with a state title contender and what adjustments they need to become one themselves. Peoria Notre Dame showcased a relentless attack in...
Schuck on a Truck: QHS lineman Kamryn Flachs-Hill discusses building on historic 2023 season
QUINCY — The Quincy High School football team made history on a number of fronts during the 2023. So how to you top history? You take it to the next level. The Blue Devils realize that is their challenge for the upcoming season, and they embrace the pursuit of elevating the standard.
College gameday: Quincy University travels to Drake
QUINCY — The Quincy University football team will open its season — and the Jason Killday coaching era — with a road trip to face an FCS opponent. The Hawks will square off with Drake University, a member of the Pioneer Football League that is coming off an 8-4 season and an FCS playoff appearance.
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