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Mustangs Defeat Hawks in Friday Night Comeback

September 5, 2017

2A #5 Mount Vernon won an upset against 3A #5 West Delaware, 24-21 Sept. 1. Photos by Lauren Hauser

The offensive line sets up before a play against West Delaware. The Mustangs defeated the Hawks 24-21.
Tyler Elliott kicks off to start the game.
Senior Matt Gearhart anticipates the pass from quarterback Drew Adams. Gearhart had a 65-yard TD from a pass by Adams in the first quarter.
During a play, quarterback Drew Adams hands the ball off to runningback Colden Clark.
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More in Football
Senior Miles Francois holds the state participant trophy after his last game. Francois had an incredible senior season with 29.5 total tackles, 17 solo tackles, 9.5 sacks, and 4 tackles for loss.
All or Nothing
State qualifier banner in hand, the team is ecstatic to finish the night 1-0. The Mustangs defeated the Independence Mustangs 50-6 in the first round of playoffs. MVFB will be playing their second round next Friday(Nov. 4) at Williamsburg. Go stangs! Photos taken on Oct. 27.
Unbreakable
With all his strength, senior lineman Tavian Gorsch (60) battles his opponent. The Mustangs finish the night 1-0 once again against the Keokuk Chiefs with a score of 56-7. Mount Vernon ends the regular season as District Champs with a record of 8-1. The Mustangs will play the first round of playoffs at the MAC on Oct. 28 against the Independence Mustangs.
Back-to-Back District Champs
After discussing a play, junior Ethan Wood gets into place.
Mount Vernon Takes Down Washington on a Rainy Night
Unbothered by the cold rain, sophomore Mikey Ryan(3) is ready for whats to come. The Mustangs destroyed the Washington Demons 65-6 on Oct. 13.
Mustangs Stay Ready
After sophomore Mikey Ryan(3) turns the ball over in the opposing endzone, making a 100-yd run for a touchdown, Ryan and his teammates come off the field to the sideline laughing in disbelief. The Mustangs beat the Fort Madison Bloodhounds 45-7 on Oct 6.
A Chilly Win
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Back With The Boys
Back With "The Boys"
2019 Speech Season Kicks Off
The junior/senior team, the Turtles, pictured at the Sept. 26 homecoming parade. Photo by Lauren McCollum.
Powderpuff Cancellation: Turtles vs Straws
Bunch dancing at the KAR Dance competition this February.
A Dancer's Dream
Smiling Wide! Freshmen Lucy Maddock and Kaleigh Jordan dress out for Country vs Country Club day on Sept 24. Photo by Henry Maddock
Best of: Spirit Week
Season First: Mustangs Take Win at Home
Season First: Mustangs Take Win at Home
More in Sports
Sophomore Jaxon Anderson (25) yells out in celebration after scoring a goal to make it 1-0 on April 30th against Grinnell. The Mustangs won the game 3-2.
Exciting Win Once Again
Senior Uwen Boettcher (3) and junior Andrew Barns (0) share a laugh after beating Independence 3-1 on April 26th at home.
Success Found Again
Senior Lukas Schrock (11) defends his goal from two South Tama attackers on April 23rd.
Fight Till the End
Junior captain Gavin Plathe (12) takes a free kick from midfield against Xavier on April 13th at Kingston Stadium. The Mustangs lost to the Saints 2-0.
Another Gritty One
Sophomore Cash Luneckas (6) passes the ball across the field to his teammate on April 9th versus Marion. The Mustang boys lost 7-0.
Wolves Over Mustangs in Home Opener
Taking the ball away from the Mustangs goal is Junior Clare Nydegger (14) as she flies past her opponent. The MVGS team lost to Iowa City Liberty 8-0 on April 4th.
Perseverance Over Defeat

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