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Redwings vs Panthers – Playoff Recap by Dan Ward
Cover photo by Glenn Armstrong (gallery link below) District Semi-Finals vs. DeWitt Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened- Dr. Seuss It’s tough though, especially when they play Boys of Fall over the PA at the end of the game. “Well, it’s turn and face the Stars and Stripes It’s fighting back them…
Redwings Roll into Playoffs! Week 9 Recap by Dan Ward
“PLAYOFFS?! Don’t talk about—playoffs? You kidding me? Playoffs!?!” That’s right true believers, your Friday Night Heroes, THE St. Johns Redwings are talking about playoffs. It’s been a few years. The last time St. Johns was in the playoffs was 2019 (discounting the odd 2020 COVID year). That year the Redwings were also 6-3 in the…
Exciting Senior Night Game vs Ionia Comes Down to the Final Minutes
There is nothing and I mean NOTHING like playing Ionia in any sport. 3umm (let’s not get into specifics) years removed from it and I still get the same feeling in my stomach. It’s Friday Night, it’s St. Johns, it’s Senior Night and it’s Ionia. Who’s got it better than us? NOOOBODY! Since it’s senior…
Varsity Football at Haslett Week 7- Recap By Dan Ward
Here we are again. It’s Friday night. The crisp, not quite cold October air has settled in. The Friday Night Lights are shining bright at Jamie Gent Stadium in Haslett. It’s time to play some football. Last week your Friday Night Heroes “took it on the chin” against Mason. Coach Schmitt said “after the loss…
Varsity Football Suffers First Loss of Season in Week 6 – Recap By Dan Ward
There is something special about a home football game in St. Johns. The fans, dressed in black, the student section covered in paint, the band, the leaves slowly changing from green to gold. It’s Friday night in the Fall in a small town. It’s a Kenny Chesney song. . Let’s set the stage, your Friday…
Stats from Varsity Football’s Win Over Williamston Copy
St. Johns Redwings (5-0) 45 Williamston Hornets 21 “Our guys played incredibly hard last night! They executed at a high level, and they played extremely physical! As coaches, we are proud of the efforts that these guys have played with every day.” Coach Schmitt Click for Photo highlights: Glenn Armstrong Click to Read Game Recap…
Stats from Varsity Football’s Win Over Williamston
St. Johns Redwings (5-0) 45 Williamston Hornets 21 “Our guys played incredibly hard last night! They executed at a high level, and they played extremely physical! As coaches, we are proud of the efforts that these guys have played with every day.” Coach Schmitt Click for Photo highlights: Glenn Armstrong Click to Read Game Recap…
Varsity Football Rushes to 5-0 Start! Recap By Dan Ward
Ladies and gentlemen, the story you are about to see is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Place- Larkin and Nortman Memorial Field, Williamston MI, Homecoming. St. Johns rolls into Williamston riding a 4-0 record. Williamston is riding a 1-3 record, however the 3 teams that had beaten them were 4-0,…
Redwings Hold Strong – Defeat Gladiators on Homecoming
Redwings vs Fowlerville Gladiators 9/13/24 Homecoming @SJHS The Redwings got things started early with a Brandon Schomish rushing touchdown in the 1st (7-0) The defense stepped up stopping a 4th and 1 at their own 36 yard line On the next drive Bryce Pratl (2) hit Spencer Nobis (11) with a long touchdown pass on…
Highlights from Varsity Football Win on Opening Night
Redwings vs Okemos Wolves August 29, 2024 Okemos came out strong, scoring the first touchdown and taking a 7-0 lead. (0-7) The Redwings answered on the following drive, Michael Oberlin (#7) scored the rushing TD. (7-7) Jackson Armstrong (#62) recovered an Okemos fumble, Michael Oberlin then scored his second rushing TD of the first Qr. …