The Chester Yellow Jackets took down the East Alton Wood River Oilers (55-0) on Friday, August 29th. Both teams were going into their first game of the season, hoping for a win. The Yellow Jackets were dominant on both sides of the ball. The defense held the Oilers to -29 rushing yards and only 124 passing yards.
Kanon Jany led the teams in tackles, with 4 solo, 4 assisted, 1 sack, and 1 tackle for a loss. On offense, the Yellow Jackets also dominated, rushing for 363 yards and 6 touchdowns, and passing for 159 yards and 2 touchdowns. Ethan Colvis led the team in rushing yards, with 119 yards on 9 touches, and Tashawn Palacio led the team in receiving yards with 89 yards on 3 receptions. Ethan Colvis and Alex Blechle each scored 2 touchdowns. Tray Peters, Zane Eggemeyer, Tashawn Palacio, and Anthony Keeton also had a touchdown.
Congrats, Yellow Jackets, on their win, and good luck as they take on the Pinckneyville Panthers on September 5th.
Students interested in traveling to Pinckneyville for the away game can stop by Mrs. Durbin’s or Mrs. Dierk’s room to sign up for a ride on the pep bus.
