GG over Blackduck, 32-8

“It was a great win to begin the football season. Our kids came out to play in all facets of the game,” commented Head Coach John Wilebski. 

He added, “Assistant Coaches Gast and Grandstrand did a great job of preparing and implementing the game plan. We controlled the game offensively on the ground. Ball possession was significant in the win. Defensively, the Chargers made two key stops midway through the game to stymy the Drakes come back. 

Individually, I could name pretty much every player who played well. A few players that really stood out were Levi Kiesow and Jared Haack. Gabe Arveson, Reece Sundberg, Tre Aleten and Jordan Coan all played phenomenal on the line of scrimmage. In the backfield, Riley Manderud and Matt Busse played well. Andrew Loken stood out on both sides of the ball at linebacker and full back. This week we face a tough rival, Kittson County, in Lancaster Friday afternoon. We will have to be focused and will need four strong quarters of football to defeat the Bearcats on the road.”

Stats per Coach Wilebski:

GG: 7 6 6 13=32

BD: 0 0 0 8=8

Andrew Loken 17 yard TD run, Manderud kick good

Manderud 2yard Td run, run failed

Levi Kiesow 36 yard TD run, pass failed

Matt Busse 37 yard run, Manderud kick good

Andrew Loken 1 yard TD run, kick no good

BD Leo Kingbird 32 yard TD pass from Bilinski, Merril run good.

GG offense passing Riley Manderud 1 for 2 5 yards Rec Kiesow 1 for 5yards

Rushing: Andrew Loken 17 carries for 141 yards 2 Td’s

Matt Busse 10 /78 1 TD

Riley Manderud 7/22 1TD

Lewis Jones 6/31

Levi Kiesow 3/44 1 TD

Nolan Anderson 4/29 

Blake Rychlock 4/1

Kaylor Torgerson 2/1

Sheldin Sundberg 1/5

Defense tackles:

Levi Kiesow 5 tackles, Andrew Loken 4 tackles, Gabe Arveson 4 tackles, Jordan Coan 4 tackles, Nolan Anderson 1 INT, Lewis Jones forced fumble, Elliot Philipp fumble recovery

This week’s FB schedule:

Wednesday’s practice will be in Grygla after school. Thursday’s practice will also be in Grygla – time TBD. Friday brings the game against KCC in Lancaster at 3:30pm. The bus will be leaving Goodridge at 11:30am and Grygla at 12pm. This game will also be broadcast on TRF Radio - KKDQ.

Spectator rules for Charger football games

By attending these event you are acknowledging that you are aware of all these rules and consent to following them.  

• We are conducting these events following and enforcing all guidelines from the Minnesota Department of Health and the Minnesota State High School League.

• If you are experiencing COVID-19 related symptoms, have been diagnosed with COVID-19, or have been a close contact of someone who tested positive for COVID-19 within the last 14 days you should not attend the event under any circumstances. 

• Spectators are limited to 250 persons. It is first come first served, with encouragement for parents/guardians and family members to arrive early.  

• Admission is $5 for Adults, $3 for kids, and $2 for Senior Citizens. Please have exact dollar amounts available. We also accept checks made out to the school. Spectators will be given a ticket upon admission. Please keep this ticket as proof that you have been included in the 250 person capacity.  

• Spectators must practice social distancing (6’ of space away from non-family groups).

• There will be no bleachers or seating available. Fans may bring their own chair. Most people just stand and watch the game or sit in their vehicles and watch the game.  

• Children under the age 18 will not be allowed to attend the event without parent/guardian present.

• Children under 18 also must stay with their parents/family group while at the game at all times. They will not be allowed to play football or catch on the sidelines.

• We encourage fans to watch the game from their vehicle if possible. We will allow parking around the field in non-blocked off areas.  

• Home Fans should stay on their side of the football field.

• Visiting Fans should stay on their side of the football field.

• The main concession stand will not be open.  

• If you have any questions please call the Goodridge Public School and speak with Athletic Director Tom Loberg@ 218-378-4134.