by Scott Sacry
The Darby Tigers hosted the Victor Pirates on Saturday, Sept. 14 for their homecoming football game. The Tigers jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, leading 38-0 at halftime and winning 52-2.
Darby’s McCoy Townsend had himself quite a game. The junior wideout had 6 total touchdowns: 3 TD receptions, 2 rushing TDs and he returned a free kick for a TD. Townsend had 5 TDs before halftime and spectators were left to assume that he was, in fact, the real McCoy. Darby’s other TD came on an Eli Jones run. Darby QB Jordan Browning threw for 130 yards and 3 TDs.
The young Pirate team has only 17 players on the roster, but they played a hard and spirited game. Victor will host Charlo this Saturday at 1 p.m.
Darby Head coach John Steiner is very happy with his team this year. “The team’s intensity and focus this year is the best I’ve ever had,” said Steiner. “They have a will and a belief that they can win – this will make us tough no matter what team we face.”
The Tigers have a tough test this Friday as they host undefeated and #4 ranked Valley Christian at 7 p.m.