Thursday, September 19, 2024
GREEN BAY — Green Bay Southwest Quarterback Daniel Stevens and wide receiver Braxton Murphy led the Trojans to a close 28-21 loss to the Appleton East Patriots in a promising display for the future of their 2024 season.
After coming back from a 20-7 deficit in the second half, the Trojans led 21-20 before the Patriots were able to find the endzone in the final seconds of their first game of the 2024 season on Thursday, Sept. 22.
“That was a heck of a game. They are a really good team and a tough team to prepare for and match their battle and then to lose in the last few seconds there. I’m so proud of their effort and their battle. This team can surprise people if we keep at it and keep grinding. There are a lot of good days ahead of them if we can stay at it,” said Green Bay Southwest Coach Aaron VanEperen.
After a slow start on the opening drive allowing the Patriots to put seven points on the board just two minutes into the game, the Southwest Trojans continued to battle.
