Cardinals pound SCC in game that lasts only one half
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September 5, 2026
Triad’s Duncan Funderburgh (45) stops a Springfield Catholic Central ball carrier in his tracks. Also pictured for the Cardinals is Collin Organ (33). The Cardinals clubbed the Irish, 48-0, during a game that was only played to the conclusion of the first half. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

Cardinals pound SCC in game that lasts only one half

By Tim Miller 

From the very first offensive play of the game, football fans at Triad High School realized it just wasn’t going to be Springfield Catholic Central’s night on Friday.

The Irish won the pregame coin toss and deferred to the second half, meaning the Cardinals would start the game on offense.

It only...

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