C-G shows its versatility in big win over Marian
Yes, Cary-Grove has a potent running game.
Yes, Cary-Grove possesses a hard-hitting defense.
But opponents beware - the Trojans can throw the ball effectively.
Senior quarterback Tyler Krebs completed 4-of-8 passes for 87 yards, which included a 20-yard touchdown strike to Chad McCarron. With all facets of the game clicking, the Trojans buried Marian Central 47-0 in nonconference action in Woodstock Friday night.
"We played a very good overall game," Cary-Grove coach Bruce Kay said. "I really liked our passing game tonight. Tyler threw the ball well and Chad made some good
catches."
McCarron ended with 3 catches for 54 yards and a score while John Kraft had a catch for 33 yards. But it was the Trojans' powerful option attack which set the tone early.
Going 73 yards in 8 plays, Cary-Grove (2-0) scored first on a 21-yard run by Krebs with 6:22 left in the first quarter. Four minutes later Cary-Grove scored again when Krebs hooked up with McCarron for a 20-yard score. In both instances the extra-point kick failed and the Trojans led 12-0 after eight minutes.
"We have to get better in special teams," said Kay. "We can't miss extra points if we are going to be a great team."
Cary-Grove put the game away with 29 unanswered points in the second quarter. Alex Hembrey, who gained 159 yards in 13 carries, scored three times in the quarter on runs of 11, 4 and 9 yards.
"The offensive line blocked like animals all night," Hembrey said. "I had so much running room when I got the ball. All the credit goes to the offensive line."
The Trojan defense, which limited Marian Central (1-1) to 86 yards and 7 first downs, scored its second touchdown in as many weeks when Danny Scott recovered a fumble in the end zone with 46 seconds left before the half. The Trojans had a commanding 41-0 lead at halftime.
"Marian Central's offense looked darn good against North Chicago," said Cary-Grove defensive coordinator Don Sutherland. 'We were really concerned, but the defense did a good job of defending the pass and we shut down their run."
Cary-Grove senior defensive back Trent Sorensen had a key interception in the first half which set up a score.
The Trojans played without senior back Steve Hapanovich, who was out with a staph infection.
"He practiced all week and his ankle just ballooned before we left for the game," said Kay. "We have to have it drained out and he should be able to practice Tuesday and play next week."