FCHS football wins delayed season-opener 50-7 over host Winchester

From a FCHS Athletics Department press release

Franklin County’s football team traveled to Winchester for a game after both teams were looking for opponents because of COVID cancellations.

FC defeated Winchester 50-7 Friday night, August 28, scoring 28 points in the initial quarter.

Senior quarterback Adam Kelly was 7-of-9 in the air for 143 yards. Sophomore Brady Morehead came in and threw one touchdown pass.

Kelly also carried the ball 13 times for 112 yards and three scores. Senior running back Hunter Tschaenn carried the ball 11 times for 91 yards and two touchdowns.

Receptions were made by Kristian Prows (2), Tyreke Carr (1), Jacob Schatzle (1), Bridger Bolos (3), and Bryce Hodapp whose one reception was for a touchdown.

Defensively, the Cats were led by juniors Austin Hill with eight tackles and Jacob Schatzle with seven stops. Junior Sam Westerfeld added 2.5 tackles for loss and one sack. Senior Josh Bauman scored a touchdown on a scoop and score in the first quarter.

FC returns to action Friday at Eastern Indiana Athletic Conference opponent Rushville. The Lions are 0-2 on the season, losing to Milan 48-26 and Covenant Christian 68-6.