Remsen-Union hung with Harris-Lake Park’s high powered offensive attack for two and a half quarters on Friday night, but the Wolves scored three touchdowns in the final five minutes of the third to run away with a 61-36 victory in the opening week of 8 Player District 2 Football. HLP had chances to score early in the game, but turned the ball over twice in RU territory. The score was 6-6 after one quarter. The Wolves took a 33-12 lead into halftime thanks to three Jordan Kyle touchdown catches of 26, 22, and 10 yards. Ryan Gembler also had a 52 yard touchdown catch in the second quarter. RU cut the lead to 33-24 in the third courtesy of a 25 yard touchdown pass to Connor Kuchel, a recovered onside punt, and another 25 yard touchdown catch, this time to Gunner Barker. The Rockets didn’t score again though until the fourth quarter, and it was too little too late.
Brady Van Iperen threw for six touchdowns and 224 yards. He also ran in a touchdown from 8 yards out. Dahlton Burdorf caught nine passes for 118 yards. He also had two fumble recoveries and an interception on defense. Ryan Gembler had seven carries for 115 yards and two touchdowns. Jordan Kyle caught four touchdown passes. HLP had 438 yards of total offense. The Wolves are 2-1 (1-0). They host Clay Central-Everly next week.
