Moorhead Edges Lakeville South to Secure Spot in Prep Bowl
In a tightly contested Class 6A semifinal, Moorhead's Spuds outlasted Lakeville South Cougars 26-14 at U.S. Bank Stadium, advancing to the Prep Bowl.
The game was all about momentum, with both teams showcasing explosive plays that could make or break the contest. For Moorhead, junior signal caller Jett Feeney proved pivotal in a four-play stretch in the third quarter, leading his team to a 20-14 lead.
Feeney's 40-yard completion to Zak Walker set up a key scoring drive, and he then found Walker again with a perfectly placed 25-yard pass at the edge of the end zone. The Spuds' offense was firing on all cylinders, with Feeney throwing for 228 yards and two touchdowns.
The Moorhead defense also stepped up, making big stops late to secure the win. Coach Kevin Feeney credited his team's grit, saying "That just shows our grit... That's out slogan for the year, Grit, and I thought our team really showed it tonight."
Lakeville South, however, struggled with consistency, particularly in its inability to capitalize on scoring opportunities. The Cougars' offense was held to just 24 yards over two series late in the third and fourth quarters.
Moorhead's Power-T offense proved potent once again, averaging over 300 yards per game this season. Jett Feeney's 20-for-29 passing performance was a highlight of the game, and his team's confidence is now at an all-time high.
The Spuds will face Edina in the Prep Bowl on November 21, marking a rematch of their October 15 shootout that Moorhead won 51-44. This year, Edina seeks its first state championship after being the 2023 runner-up.
With two high-powered offenses facing off, the Prep Bowl matchup promises to be an exciting and closely contested game. Can Edina finally bring home its first title, or will Moorhead's grit and determination propel them to victory?
In a tightly contested Class 6A semifinal, Moorhead's Spuds outlasted Lakeville South Cougars 26-14 at U.S. Bank Stadium, advancing to the Prep Bowl.
The game was all about momentum, with both teams showcasing explosive plays that could make or break the contest. For Moorhead, junior signal caller Jett Feeney proved pivotal in a four-play stretch in the third quarter, leading his team to a 20-14 lead.
Feeney's 40-yard completion to Zak Walker set up a key scoring drive, and he then found Walker again with a perfectly placed 25-yard pass at the edge of the end zone. The Spuds' offense was firing on all cylinders, with Feeney throwing for 228 yards and two touchdowns.
The Moorhead defense also stepped up, making big stops late to secure the win. Coach Kevin Feeney credited his team's grit, saying "That just shows our grit... That's out slogan for the year, Grit, and I thought our team really showed it tonight."
Lakeville South, however, struggled with consistency, particularly in its inability to capitalize on scoring opportunities. The Cougars' offense was held to just 24 yards over two series late in the third and fourth quarters.
Moorhead's Power-T offense proved potent once again, averaging over 300 yards per game this season. Jett Feeney's 20-for-29 passing performance was a highlight of the game, and his team's confidence is now at an all-time high.
The Spuds will face Edina in the Prep Bowl on November 21, marking a rematch of their October 15 shootout that Moorhead won 51-44. This year, Edina seeks its first state championship after being the 2023 runner-up.
With two high-powered offenses facing off, the Prep Bowl matchup promises to be an exciting and closely contested game. Can Edina finally bring home its first title, or will Moorhead's grit and determination propel them to victory?