Metro Detroit high school football athletes, parents gear up for season with COVID-19 restrictions implemented
Orchard Lake โ Before people were allowed into the stadium at Orchard Lake St. Maryโs on Thursday, they had to wear a mask, have their temperature checked and their name checked off of a guest list. Each participant is allowed two people to attend -- the stands were filled primarily with parents and had plenty of room. Thursday nightโs game against Orchard Lake St. Maryโs and Walled Lake Western was the first of the season. The game went on, parents cheered their hearts out and the kids were just happy to be on the field. Final score was 28-7 with Orchard Lake St. Maryโs taking the win.
Detroit Catholic Central football team looks to extend winning streak vs. Orchard Lake St. Mary's
DETROIT โ The more things change, the more they stay the same for the Detroit Catholic Central football team. Theyโll try to extend a two-game winning streak when they host Catholic League rival Orchard Lake St. Maryโs on Friday. Heโs a true leader out there.โAlthough Genrich has opened up the offense, Detroit Catholic Central still leans on its ground game. โTheyโre strength on defense is always something I look at,โ Orchard Lake St. Maryโs coach George Porritt said. โTheyโre St. Maryโs.