Des Moines Lincoln at Des Moines North Polar Bears

Game played September 15, 2023

September 15, 2023 - 12:00AM
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Des Moines Lincoln
Des Moines Lincoln Railsplitters1-2
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Des Moines North
Des Moines North Polar Bears1-1
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Grubb Stadium
Regular Season

Recap

**Des Moines Lincoln Dominates Des Moines North in Record-Setting Fashion Spoiling North's Homecoming **

Thursday night, under the dazzling lights of Des Moines North's homecoming, the Des Moines Lincoln Railsplitters delivered a resounding performance that will be etched in the annals of school history. In front of a packed stadium, Lincoln unleashed a relentless offensive and defensive onslaught, clinching a decisive 56-6 victory over their cross-town rivals, Des Moines North.

The Railsplitters entered this contest on a mission to avenge their 36-17 loss to North from their previous season's homecoming game, and they did so in remarkable fashion. From the opening kickoff, it was clear that Lincoln was determined to set the record straight and make their homecoming memorable.

The spotlight shone brightest on two standout players for Lincoln. Senior Linebacker Leo Jones was an unstoppable force on defense, setting a new school record for the most solo tackles in a single game with an astonishing 19 tackles. His performance left the North offense struggling to gain any momentum and made it clear why he is considered one of the top defensive talents in the metro.

But the offensive fireworks were equally impressive for the Railsplitters. Junior Running Back Javon Sanders had a night to remember, as he not only left his mark on this game but etched his name into the Lincoln record books. Sanders broke not one, not two, but three school records in a single game. He scored the most touchdowns in a game (6), rushed for the most touchdowns (6), and set the record for the most points scored in a game (36). Sanders' speed, agility, and vision on the field were simply unmatched, and North's defense had no answer for his explosive plays.

The Lincoln offense, under the guidance of quarterback Jack Lamb, was firing on all cylinders throughout the night. Lamb's precise passes and ability to distribute the ball to his talented receiving corps kept North's defense guessing. The Railsplitters showed incredible versatility, both running and passing, making it nearly impossible for North to slow them down.

North, on the other hand, had a tough night and struggled to find their rhythm against the relentless Lincoln defense. Despite their best efforts, they were limited to a single touchdown.

With this decisive victory, Lincoln improves to a 2-2 record. The Railsplitters will now turn their attention to their upcoming homecoming game against Council Bluffs Lincoln this Friday, where both teams will enter with identical 2-2 records. The excitement and anticipation are sure to be palpable as Lincoln seeks to maintain their winning momentum and play the last homecoming game in Hutchens Stadium.

The Des Moines Lincoln Railsplitters have shown that they are a formidable opponent on football Friday nights this season, and their remarkable performance on this night will undoubtedly be talked about for years to come.

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