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Lower Merion Tops Mastbaum Tech 34-6 in Season Kickoff

Extreme focus and outstanding offseason preparation lead to a convincing win for the Aces.

The Lower Merion Aces started their 2011 football season off strong,  notching a one-sided victory against Mastbaum Tech. Dominating on both sides of the ball, the Aces were able to trounce the Panthers 34-6.

IN SHORT

From start to finish the Aces had this game in hand. After forcing a fumble on Mastbaum's opening kickoff return, the home team did not look back, converting that turnover into a succesful touchdown drive and seven points. This was just the start of what would be a huge offensive day running the ball. The burgundy and black would go on to score in every quarter, and it wasn't until the fourth that Mastbaum was able to salvage a score.

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The ground game consisted of about 95 percent of the Aces' snaps, and that, combined with a major defensive stand, left no room for Mastbaum to compete. Running back Ernest Pendleton had a field day with Mastbaum defenders, and Lower Merion's defense was unyielding on every chance the Panthers got in the redzone. 

Quarter

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1st

2nd

3rd

4th

  Final

Mastbaum

(0-1)

0

0

0

6

  6

Lower Merion

(1-0)

7

14

7

6

  34

ACE OF THE GAME: Senior running back Ernest Pendleton was the standout star, scoring 47- and 62-yard touchdowns rushing touchdowns on the way to 125 total yards on more than 15 carries.

OTHER KEY PERFOMANCES

Chris Daly: Daly recorded an interception in the 3rd quarter, followed  shortly after by a successful touchdown drive for the Aces.

Mike Duebe: In addition to carrying a huge defensive load at linebacker, Duebe also manufactured a rushing TD on the goal-line when inserted at the fullback position.

COACH'S TAKE

"We're really excited to get the win. This is exactly what we talked about since last season. We've worked extremely hard in the offseason, and we really put everything into this one. This is exactly how we wanted to start the season with a big win, and I'm extremely proud of them." —Head Coach Jon Rothberg

THEY SAID IT

"The feeling is awesome! We came out really focused, and we just wanted it really bad. The offseason preparation was key in our win today." —Starting QB Desmond Ellis


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