Gallery: Varsity Football Defeats Olathe Northwest 23-14 on Senior Night

By Alex Sajna, Caroline Martucci, Clara Peters, and Will Griffith

October 10, 2023

Looking to extend a two-game winning streak, the Lancers faced off against Olathe Northwest at the SM South stadium on Friday, Oct. 6. Before the game, seniors were recognized with their families for Senior Night.

The first score of the game was a defensive safety, putting the Lancers up 2-0. Before halftime, senior Luke Pearcy got a 1 yard touchdown, bringing the score to 9-0 with an extra point from senior Ryan Dehan.

During halftime, the Lancer Dancers and the East Band performed their final “Door 13” show of the season.

In the third quarter, junior Nate Phillips scored a touchdown after rushing 4 yards and Dehan made the extra point, making the score 16-0. In the fourth quarter, junior Henry Nelson scored a touchdown after rushing 1 yard and Dehan made the extra point, extending the Lancers lead 23-0. Olathe Northwest scored two touchdowns late in the fourth quarter. The final score of the game was 23-14. Following the game, the Lancer Dancers and East Band wrapped their flags, instruments and bodies with lights to perform “Door 13” for their annual Glow Show.

For a photo story on the Glow Show, check out Issue Four of the Harbinger, on page seven.

The varsity football team’s next game will be on Friday, Oct. 13th against SM Northwest at the SM Northwest stadium.

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10.6.23 Varsity Football Defeats Olathe Northwest 23-14

Freshman Aubrey Massoth looks to the drum major in reaction to her hat slipping off her head during the band’s pre-game performance. Photo by Clara Peters
Senior Anson Tippie plays the trumpet with the band before the game starts. Photo by Caroline Martucci
Before the game, seniors Bella Hakes and Laynie Manning cheer. Photo by Caroline Martucci
Junior Kyler Schuessler holds his helmet as he stands with his teammates before the game. Photo by Clara Peters
Seniors Caroline Reiser, Bridget Connelly, Mason Warner and Reid Minto cheer after the “Viking Clap” chant before the start of the game. Photo by Clara Peters
Junior Henry Nelson fights off a defender before dropping the ball at the 20 yard line. Photo by Clara Peters
Coach Hair grabs senior Joey Hoffman’s helmet after a successful play by the Lancers. Photo by Caroline Martucci
Senior Luke Pearcy gets tackled a few yards before the end zone. Photo by Caroline Martucci
Senior Ryan Dehan runs next to junior Carter Rose as he runs back to his team in celebration after the Lancers scored a touchdown in the first half of the game. Photo by Clara Peters
Junior Henry Nelson celebrates a tackle to stop Olathe Northwest on a fourth down attempt. Photo by Will Griffith
Senior Lancer Dancer, Bella Hakes, performs the “Door 13” flag routine at halftime. This was the final performance of the show for this year’s football season. Photo by Clara Peters
Junior Madi Moormann conducts the band during the performance “Door 13” at halftime. Photo by Caroline Martucci
Senior Marin McElhinney waves her flag during the halftime show. Photo by Caroline Martucci
Senior Charlie Carroll carries the ball down the sideline before he is tackled by a defender on the 20 yard line in the beginning of the third quarter. Photo by Clara Peters
Junior Kyler Schussler tackles an Olathe Northwest player. Photo by Alex Sajna
Offensive coach, Coach Simoneau, stands with Coach Hair and Coach Welsh as he reacts to a potential touchdown for the Lancers. Photo by Clara Peters
Senior Claire Schudy cheers for junior Henry Nelson after he scored a touchdown. Photo by Alex Sajna
Junior Nate Phillips charges down the football field while being pursued by the Olathe Northwest defense. A few seconds later, Phillips was tackled. Eight minutes later, Phillips scored a touchdown, making the score 9-0. Photo by Alex Sajna
Senior Christian Gooley hugs junior Nate Phillips after Phillips scored a touchdown. Photo by Alex Sajna
Junior Nate Phillips carries the ball through the offensive and defensive line to gain a first down. Photo by Will Griffith
Senior Joey Hoffman and junior Kyler Schuessler run down a punt from Senior Ryan Dehan and stop the returner from Olathe Nothwest. Photo by Will Griffith
Coach Simoneau stands in the midst of his team as they observe their most recent play in the fourth quarter of the game. Photo by Clara Peters

About the Contributors

Alex Sajna, Video Editor

Working on his third year on Harbinger staff, senior Alex Sajna is thrilled to lead the video team as a Video Editor and take pictures as a Photographer. Besides Harbinger, Alex runs cross country and track, takes AP classes and works part time. When he’s not in the J-room, you can find Alex working on his car, making up a cross country practice late at night, or hanging out with family and friends.

Caroline Martucci, Print Photo Editor

Head Photo Editor senior Caroline Martucci can’t wait to lead the photography staff for her fourth year on staff. When she’s not looking through her wide lens capturing the moment, editing galleries or designing photostories in the J room, you can find her driving around with her friends listening to Taylor Swift. Martucci also serves as Senior Class Vice President, chairs three projects for SHARE and serves on the Women in Leadership Council.

Clara Peters, Print Photo Editor

Senior Clara Peters is so excited for her fourth year on the Harbinger staff as a Head Print Photo Editor. When she’s not editing photos, designing photostories, or holding her camera, you’ll find her hanging out with friends, walking her dogs or listening to music. Outside of Harbinger, she holds the roles of a SHARE Exec and Link Leader. Peters can’t wait to lead this year’s photography staff with the other editors!

Will Griffith, Online Photo Editor

Entering his sixth semester on staff, senior Will Griffith is excited to take on the role of Head Online Photo Editor. When he’s not making saves as a goalkeeper on the soccer field, he’s behind the camera shooting sports and other stories for The Harbinger. You can also find him up late editing photos and posting galleries or relaxing with friends while playing video games and soccer.