Christian football team storms to victory against Skagit

In a howling wind and pounding rain tempest, the Orcas Christian School Saints stormed over the Skagit Adventist Eagles 38-15 on Oct. 23.

by Merrick Parnell

Special to the Sounder

In a howling wind and pounding rain tempest, the Orcas Christian School Saints stormed over the Skagit Adventist Eagles 38-15 on Oct. 23.

Protecting their undefeated season and in search of their third straight win, the Saints were ready to roll against their longtime rivals the Eagles. Their stout defense, led by the feared pass rush of Cyrus Amour, Robert Miller, Logan Babcock and Trevor Wareham, caused Skagit to hurriedly throw a ball that was intercepted by Defensive Back Michael Harris who bolted for a 50-yard “pick six” touchdown.  Harris and Corey Aragon would have several more interceptions for the Saints.  Orcas used a man/zone scheme that seemed to confuse the frustrated Eagles for most of the game.

On the offensive side of the ball, Quarterback Ryan Flint created a tempest of his own, with his lightning quick passes to Lucien Anderson and Corey Aragon that exploded into big gains. Flint was 20-27 passing on the day for 144 yards. The Eagles’ pass rush was disarmed by fierce blocking of Evie Hance, who also had several key catches in the game.

The Saints will look to keep things going in November as they compete for the Northwest Title.