Indianapolis, IN – The effects of Hurricane Helene were felt across the region this past weekend, as many high school football games were postponed from Friday night to Saturday due to harsh weather conditions. While a few teams, such as Roncalli and Brebeuf, braved the rain, most schools decided to reschedule their matches, creating an all-day football Saturday in Central Indiana.
In one of the highlight games, Roncalli showcased their defensive strength against Brebeuf, winning 37-18. Roncalli led 23-6 at halftime and then sealed the game with two defensive touchdowns in the second half. C.J. Harris led Brebeuf’s offense but ultimately couldn’t match Roncalli’s efforts.
In other matchups, Brownsburg outlasted Westfield with a close score of 17-13. It was a defensive battle, with both teams struggling to find their rhythm amidst the chaos caused by the weather. Meanwhile, Carmel dominated North Central, finishing the game with a score of 48-14. Carmel’s powerhouse offense was led by their quarterback, who delivered multiple significant touchdown passes.
The day saw a variety of performances across the area, with teams like Beech Grove, who defeated Covenant Christian 31-11, and Hamilton Southeastern, who took down Zionsville with a score of 25-14. Other notable scores included Center Grove beating Lawrence Central 27-18 and Danville dominating Southmont with a score of 41-6.
The weather may have delayed the games, but it also set the stage for an exciting weekend of high school football, with rescheduled matches and nail-biting performances across Central Indiana. Fans are eager to see how the teams will continue to evolve as the season progresses, and next week promises more thrilling matchups.