Generals Off to Fast Start
September 20, 2002
The two teams had many similarities that included a 2-0
record, large margin of victories, high-powered offenses, devastating defenses,
and that no one gives them any respect.
The first half was pretty even but Lafayette took a 14-0 lead. Both teams played
sloppily with several missed tackles and turnovers. A scary moment occurred when
senior defensive end John Tudor went down with a neck injury, but sophomore Josh
Hamperian stepped up and had a great game with a fumble recovery and several key
tackles. When asked about his performance Hamperian said, “I was a little
nervous at first but I knew that I had what it took to succeed.”
The second half seemed like an entirely different game. The Generals really
stepped up and showed that they have one of the most dominating defenses in the
state. The second half started out with the Generals not allowing John Hardin a
first down on their opening two drives. The Generals were able to tack on
another touchdown and won the game with a 21-0 score.
The Generals are now 3-0 for the second straight year and are playing Mason
County at home on September 13. Both teams have a perfect record, but Mason
County is rated first in 2A and in the top five teams overall in the state. It
is sure to be a great game. Everyone should come out to see it.