Guerin Catholic had defense on its mind when it traveled to Heritage Christian on Friday night.
The Golden Eagles played a fine defensive game, and were rewarded with a 23-5 victory. That puts Guerin at 3-0 for the season. The Golden Eagles held Heritage to only a field goal in the first quarter, then HC got a safety in the second period.
Guerin Catholic’s first touchdown was created in the first quarter by defense, as Patrick Hagel took a blocked field goal attempt and returned it 70 yards for the score. Luke Etchison made the extra point.
The Golden Eagles added their second touchdown late in the second period, when Christian Gelov connected with Bernie McGuinness for a 65-yard pass play TD. Gelov then made a two-point conversion, passing to Brayden Hall.
Gus Baumgartner finished the GC scoring late in the fourth quarter, running in 10 yards for a touchdown, then running in the two-point try. Baumgartner finished the game with 94 yards rushing, while Gelov passed for 95 yards on a 6-for-9 clip. McGuinness made four of those catches for 78 yards.
The Golden Eagles continue their road trip next week, traveling to Brebeuf Jesuit to open Circle City Conference play.
