Perry falls to Steubenville in regional finals

The Pirateshad a good run this season, but ultimately were over matched against undefeated Steubenville.

Steubenville (13-0) prevailed 35-17 and never once trailed in the game. Perry (11-2) kept the game close for most of three quarters, but eventually wore down and gave up too many big plays. The game was 7-7 after the first and 14-7 at the half.

Perry pulled the game to 14-10 in the third quarter on a Braden Farrell field goal. The Pirates were in prime position with first and goal on that series, but were unable to punch it in. Steubenville then took over and never looked back.

The Pirates prolific rushing attack was shut down, and that was the story of the game. Mike entered the game with about 1,600 yards on the ground and an astounding 40 touchdowns. Hanhauser was unable to find the endzone and had just 23 yards rushing.

Perry also gave up several big plays, including touchdown passes of 33 and 23 yards. The Pirates also surrendered an 82-yard touchdown run late in the third quarter that broke up a close game.

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