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Tip of the cap to the 20 seniors that played their final game in the Orange and Black. There isn’t enough room to fit all 20 names, but being part of back 2 back State semifinal games is impressive. Best of luck in your future endeavors. Hold your heads high, phenomenal effort!
Marshall remains unbeaten and defeats Rocorifor the Section 2AAAA Championship 22-7. Andrew Stelter 146 yds rushing w/2 TDs. Levi Maeyaert 55 yd TD pass to Cash Willer. Total yards an edge to Marshall 340-214. Tigers find out their state seed tomorrow morning.
The @MHSTigerFtball team scored 22 unanswered points to close out its 22-7 win over Rocori in the Section 2AAAA championship on Friday, earning its second consecutive state tournament berth.
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#5 Orono took a 12-7 lead, Andrew Stelter would respond with a 1 yard TD run to help #2 Marshall lead 13-12. Tiger defense forces a 3 and out, Tigers then used a 15 play drive to seal the victory. Andrew Stelter 82 yds rushing, Milo Swenson 79. Total yards - Marshall 244-152.
📣The Tigers are home as they take the field against the Orono Spartans.
⏰Tailgating by Chicken Connection is 5:30-7pm.
📢Thank you to BORCH'S for being our Game Day sponsor! And another special thank you to our EDUCATORS.
🐯Meet the Tigers night, too!
Marshall with a destructive 47-0 win over Westonka. Tiger D scored, allowed just 17 yards in the dub. Levi Maeyaert 216 yds 2 Pass TD. Ethan Weedman and Jayden Meister Rec TD. Andrew Stelter 2 Rush TD. Leyton Wherry/Carter Manthei Rush TD. Tigers at ROCCORI next Friday.