Sweet!

MBA scored two second quarter touchdowns and held on to defeat arch-rival Father Ryan in Tommy Owen Stadium Friday night. The Big Red was paced by a stout defense and another tough performance by senior running back Andy Snyder. MBA’s defense put on a dominating performance. Ryan’s lone touchdown came as a result of a Big Red turnover, and the squad held the Irish to only 109 yards from scrimmage and five first downs. Seniors Andrew Warfield and Mitchell Williams each had crucial interceptions, while James Banker, Michael Swett, and Gray Palmer all had five tackles. Sophomore EJ Vinsang blocked a punt to lead the special teams performances. The Big Red offense consisted almost entirely of Andy Snyder. Of the 52 total “touches”, Snyder accounted for 45, including 38 rushes and seven receptions. Snyder also had 223 of the team’s 260 total yards and scored both touchdowns. His performance was made possible by a strong game from the offensive line, led by seniors Rascoe Dean, Allen Riley, Billy Billington, and Regen Jewett. Father Ryan had a late opportunity to tie or win the game, gaining possession with 1:22 remaining in the fourth quarter after a missed Big Red field goal that would have sealed the victory. On the first play of the drive, however, Mitchell Williams read the Irish quarterback and intercepted a deep pass down the sideline to clinch the win.