Olentangy Orange’s football team secured a hard-fought 21-14 victory over Hilliard Davidson in a thrilling OCC-Central Division matchup on Friday night in Lewis Center. The Pioneers showed resilience on both sides of the ball, with quarterback Levi Davis leading the offense to a crucial scoring drive in the fourth quarter to take the lead. The defense stepped up when needed most, stopping Davidson on the one-yard line in the final moments to secure the win.
Davis led the way for Orange, totaling 172 passing yards and a touchdown, along with a rushing touchdown. Wide receiver Terryn Thomas was also instrumental in the victory, connecting with Davis for key plays throughout the game. Other standout performances included Zane Konczak’s creative touchdown after a backward pass and a strong defensive effort led by Will Musgrove.
In other Friday night matchups, Big Walnut dominated Franklin Heights in a 45-12 victory, while Olentangy Liberty pulled out a close 19-15 win over Dublin Coffman. Olentangy Berlin impressed in their 31-13 win against Hilliard Darby, showcasing a balanced offensive attack led by Alejandro Aguilar and Aiden Eviston.
The Delaware Hayes Pacers bounced back from a two-game skid with a 35-27 win over Worthington Kilbourne, highlighted by Favour Akih’s impressive performance of 207 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Overall, it was an exciting night of high school football action in central Ohio, with several teams showcasing their talent and determination on the gridiron.
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