A defensive and scoreless first half turned into a four-score second half for the Cass City Red Hawks en route to a 28-0 victory over the Sandusky Wolves on Friday, October 27, 2023.

The first half featured six combined drives, resulting in four turnovers-on-downs, a punt and a fumble due to strong defense on both sides of the ball. Cass City ignited their offense after halftime, finding the end zone on each of their first four drives in the second half. Landyn Schott led the way for the Red Hawks with 21 carries resulting in 151 yards and two touchdowns, including a 57-yard score that saw Schott shed multiple defenders. Ryker Wallace ran the ball seven times for 39 yards and a score, while Cohen Sherman rushed the ball five times and 32 yards. Carter Patrick ran in the other touchdown of the night, finishing with 24 yards.

Sandusky put together 122 yards on 47 total plays, led by Chase Green with 10 carries for 47 yards. Jackson Reinke ran the ball 9 times for 40 yards, while Carter Krause was held to 31 yards on 13 carries.

Cass City now advances to the District Championship to take on the undefeated Millington Cardinals in the Division 07 MHSAA Playoffs.