Not playing with Jon McLaughlin made a huge difference. We found out, even without the state's leading rusher, that we can continue to play at a high level. We found out in those two games that we do have other kids that can step up and be playmakers whenever possible.
We're pretty good, and we were very focused heading into last week. We've got a pretty good offense and we're really ready to play. Our kids didn't miss a beat last week and we haven't in four of the five games this season.
That's why kids play at Sigourney-Keota. We just have to keep providing the extra emotion. We don't worry about the extra level of preparation. The kids just don't have too many off games.
We say that every week. That's where football starts, that's why they lifts weights in the summer. We have 12 to 13 kids that can all play up front, so it keeps players well-rested throughout games.