sacred heart dominates georgetown with 5 turnovers in 40-14 win
- John Michalski led Sacred Heart with two touchdown passes and a rushing touchdown.
- The Pioneers' defense forced five turnovers, including two interceptions.
- Sacred Heart's victory improved their record to 2-1, while Georgetown also stands at 2-1.
On Saturday, Sacred Heart faced Georgetown in a decisive football match in Fairfield, Connecticut, where they emerged victorious with a score of 40-14. The game saw John Michalski excel, throwing for two touchdowns and adding another on the ground. His performance was complemented by strong rushing efforts from Xavier Leigh and Jalen Madison, both surpassing 100 yards and scoring a touchdown each. The Pioneers' ground game was dominant, accumulating a total of 264 rushing yards. Georgetown initially took the lead in the second quarter with a touchdown, but Sacred Heart quickly responded. Michalski connected with Ethan Hilliman for a touchdown just before halftime, shifting the momentum in favor of the Pioneers. The second half was marked by Sacred Heart's offensive prowess, scoring 17 unanswered points, including a notable 37-yard run by Leigh and an impressive 84-yard run by Madison. Defensively, Sacred Heart's performance was equally impressive, forcing five turnovers throughout the game. Myles Talley was instrumental in this effort, recording both a fumble recovery and an interception. The Pioneers' defense also managed to force three fumbles and secure two interceptions, significantly hindering Georgetown's offensive efforts. Georgetown's quarterback, Danny Lauter, struggled against the relentless Sacred Heart defense, throwing two interceptions. Naieem Kearney was a bright spot for Georgetown, rushing for 98 yards and scoring a touchdown. This victory marked a strong comeback for Sacred Heart after losing to Georgetown in their previous meeting last season.