PASTA KINGS; LISBON RUNS PAST LEETONIA
LEETONIA, OH- In an electrifying EOAC football contest between the Lisbon Blue Devils and the Leetonia Bears, fans were treated to a showcase of incredible talent and record-breaking performances on both sides of the field. As the final whistle blew, it was Lisbon who emerged victorious with a resounding 50-23 win, but the game was filled with standout moments.
The first quarter set the tone for the high-scoring affair. Leetonia got on the board early with a 67-yard pass, showing their offensive firepower. However, Lisbon’s Ashton Hinchliffe wasted no time responding. Hinchliffe, with over 1,000 rushing yards on the season, broke free for a spectacular 46-yard rushing touchdown, setting a record for rushing yards in a quarter. Ben Weber’s successful PAT evened the score at 7-7. Hinchliffe wasn’t done yet, as he continued to shine with a lightning-fast 47-yard rush, putting the Blue Devils ahead 14-7 after Weber’s PAT.
In the second quarter, Lisbon’s Trevor Siefke, who had accumulated over 1,000 passing yards on the season, showcased his dual-threat abilities with a 26-yard rushing touchdown, extending their lead to 21-7. Logan Stauffer then etched his name in the school record books with a remarkable 33-yard punt return for a touchdown. Hinchliffe added another rushing touchdown, and Lisbon took a commanding 37-7 lead into halftime.
The third quarter saw Hinchliffe continue his incredible night with a zero-yard rushing touchdown, pushing the lead to 43-7 in favor of Lisbon.
Leetonia mounted a comeback effort in the fourth quarter, scoring multiple touchdowns and conversions, but Lisbon’s Logan Stauffer wasn’t finished making history. Stauffer, who had already set a school record for receiving yards in a season, connected with Trevor Siefke for a spectacular 71-yard touchdown pass, securing the 50-23 victory for the Blue Devils.
This game showcased the exceptional talents of both teams, with record-breaking performances and moments that will be remembered by fans and players alike. Lisbon celebrated their well-deserved win, while Leetonia displayed their resilience with a strong fourth-quarter showing. Football enthusiasts can’t help but look forward to more thrilling contests in the EOAC as the season progresses.
