PADUA SPOILS SALEM’S PLANS

SALEM OH- Salem endured a challenging battle on the football field, ultimately falling to Padua Franciscan with a final score of 39-21.

The first quarter began with a strong push from Padua as Roderick Love surged into the end zone with a 19-yard touchdown run. Padua successfully converted the two-point conversion, putting them ahead 8-0.

In the second quarter, Love continued his impressive performance, scoring another touchdown on a 20-yard run, and once again, Padua executed a successful two-point conversion, increasing their lead to 16-0. Salem responded with determination as Marcus Phillips broke through for a two-yard touchdown run, and Brayden Gibson’s extra point was good, closing the gap to 16-7. However, Padua struck back with Love’s 32-yard touchdown run, and Caleb Zolkowski’s extra point made it 23-7 in favor of Padua.

The third quarter saw Padua maintain their momentum, with Love breaking away for a 46-yard touchdown run, and Zolkowski’s successful extra point extended their lead to 30-7. Love’s incredible performance continued with a stunning 69-yard touchdown run, although the extra point attempt was no good, the score moved to 36-7 in favor of Padua.

In the final quarter, Padua added to their lead with a 30-yard field goal by Caleb Zolkowski, bringing the score to 39-7. Salem, not ready to give up, found the end zone once more with a 47-yard touchdown run by Marcus Phillips, and Gibson’s extra point made it 39-14. A late surge from Salem saw Cletis Monroy score on a nine-yard touchdown run, with Gibson converting the extra point, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Padua’s lead, resulting in a final score of 39-21 in favor of Padua Franciscan.

Salem fought hard throughout the game, showcasing their determination and resilience, but ultimately, Padua Franciscan secured the victory.