Pirates stay alive and prepare for the next round of the WIAA playoffs

The Bay Port Pirates (9-2) took on the Sheboygan North Raiders (7-4) in the second round of the WIAA playoffs on Friday, Nov. 1. The Pirates came out strong in the first half in all three phases of the game, and never let up until the clock hit zero. The Pirates finished with a 61-12 victory, advancing Head Coach Steven Jorgensen and his team to the next round. 

The Pirates started the game scoring on the first drive. The defense held strong the next drive, stopping the Raider’s offense from scoring. The offense responded with another score with a 20-yard throw by Matt Stevens to Sawyer Torp.

Running Back Brady Moon also found the end zone after a fumble recovery by the kickoff team. “Feels good to get the win. We played better than we did last week, so that’s good. Offense played well. The offensive line did a great job upfront and Matt did a great job as well,” said Moon.

The first quarter ended with a 21-6 score with the Pirates on top. Bay Port continued to succeed on offense during the second quarter, making big plays down the field and finding the end zone. The defense was able to get stops, and also a turnover with an interception by Anthony LeFebre.

The Pirates would end the first half leading the game with a score of 35-6. Bay Port kept their foot on the gas throughout the second half of the game, continuing to put up scores on offense and holding the Raiders from making big plays on defense. The game finished with a well rewarded victory by the Pirates.

“I feel blessed. This is a great football team and us coaches are very blessed to get another week with these guys,” said Jorgensen when asked about advancing to the next round. He was happy about how his team executed and stayed focused during the game, and was able to fight through any adversities.

The Pirates have a big game next week in the third round of the playoffs, playing against number one ranked Marquette.

Jorgensen said, “If you want to be the man you have to beat the man.” He is confident his guys will approach this week ready to go to be ready for the challenge next week.