Football Match Recap: Morningside vs. Mount Marty
- Date: September 25, 2024
- Location: Yankton, SD
- Attendance: 1,182
- Temperature: 92°F
Final Score:
- Morningside: 45
- Mount Marty: 6
Scoring Summary:
| Team |
1st |
2nd |
3rd |
4th |
Final |
| Morningside |
14 |
10 |
7 |
14 |
45 |
| Mount Marty |
6 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
6 |
Key Scoring Plays:
-
1st Quarter:
- Mount Marty: Rex Ryken 6-yard pass from Rugby Ryken (Jack Finder kick failed) – 6:00
- Morningside: Lennx Brown 25-yard pass from Zack Chevalier (Tommy Fitzsimmo kick good)
- Morningside: Ryan Cole 8-yard run (Tommy Fitzsimmo kick good)
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2nd Quarter:
- Morningside: Tommy Fitzsimmo 21-yard field goal
- Morningside: Jakob Nelson 15-yard pass from Zack Chevalier (Tommy Fitzsimmo kick good)
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3rd Quarter:
- Morningside: Lennx Brown 15-yard pass from Zack Chevalier (Tommy Fitzsimmo kick good)
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4th Quarter:
- Morningside: Drew Sellon 30-yard pass from Zack Chevalier (Tommy Fitzsimmo kick good)
- Morningside: Laken Harnly 22-yard pass from Zack Chevalier (Tommy Fitzsimmo kick good)
Team Statistics:
| Stat |
Morningside |
Mount Marty |
| First Downs |
24 |
14 |
| Total Yards |
515 |
252 |
| Passing Yards |
363 |
158 |
| Rushing Yards |
152 |
94 |
| Turnovers |
1 |
1 |
| Third Down Efficiency |
42% (5/12) |
50% (9/18) |
| Time of Possession |
26:34 |
33:26 |
Individual Highlights:
Morningside:
- Quarterback Zack Chevalier: 25/34, 363 yards, 5 TDs, 1 INT
- Ryan Cole: 14 carries, 61 yards, 1 TD
- Lennx Brown: 6 receptions, 91 yards, 2 TDs
- Drew Sellon: 9 receptions, 166 yards, 1 TD
Mount Marty:
Game Summary:
Morningside defeated Mount Marty, winning decisively 45-6. Mount Marty opened the scoring with a touchdown pass from Rugby Ryken, but Morningside quickly responded and continued to pile on points throughout the game. Morningside's quarterback Zack Chevalier threw for five touchdowns, and the defense held Mount Marty scoreless after the first quarter. Despite Mount Marty maintaining more possession, Morningside's explosive plays and efficient passing led them to a commanding victory. Mount Marty University's defense showcased solid contributions from multiple players in their recent game. Leading the charge was James Brinsley with 10 total tackles, including 7 solo stops. Jacob Lambeth recorded 7 tackles and a key tackle for loss (TFL) of 20 yards. Both Damien Baldwin and Jonathan Carlst contributed with 6 total tackles each. Amir Conley and Asmerom Mahamma each broke up a pass, while Gabe Baptista added an interception, returning it for 33 yards. The defense also saw contributions from Tyrell Klein, Brock Lubbers, and others, making for a collective effort across the field. Despite no sacks or forced fumbles, their strong tackling and a few key pass breakups and an interception helped keep the pressure on the opposing offense.
Up Next
Mount Marty will travel to Sioux City, IA to faceoff with Briar Cliff University next Saturday.
