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Game Preview: Westminster Set to Clash With Priory
Westminster defeated Wheaton Christian, 27-14, in its season-opening game at home, but lost 18-7 to Lutheran North last week.
The Matchup: Westminster vs. Priory at CBC High School
Date: Friday, Sept. 9
Time: 7 p.m.
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Team Records: Both teams are 1-1. Westminster defeated Wheaton Christian, 27-14, in its season-opening game at home, but was knocked back to reality in an 18-7 loss to Lutheran North last week.
Meanwhile, Priory lost 29-17 at Windsor in week one, but bounced back with a convincing 27-6 win at Affton last week.
Game Breakdown: While both teams seem evenly matched on both sides of the ball, Westminster’s Forrest Obenhaus has standout credentials on both sides of the line. Obenhaus has 245 rushing yards, three touchdowns and also 11 tackles and two sacks. He will present a challenge to Priory’s defense, along with his QB, Jonathan Roth.
Westminster’s offense will face Sam Friedman’s stopping power as he leads Priory’s defenders with 14 tackles. Thomas Rayback will spearhead Priory’s ground attack and has two TDs and 176 yards this season.