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The drive through Western Maryland was absolutely gorgeous. Left our home early in order beat traffic, get a glimpse of some great mountain views (hills I call them) and a taste of the small city in Allegany County named Cumberland.  This city is known for having a deep rooted love for sports, seeming to shutdown when a game is happening. Well, this night the city’s  Fort Hill Sentinels were looking forward to some friendly competition between the powerhouse and state champ winning Dunbar Poets.  Fort Hill coming off a win against Northern Garrett, and Dunbar a loss vs Virginia team, Stonebridge (I did learn the game was cut short due to weather). The stage was set to see how Fort Hill and Dunbar would handle one another.

1ST QUARTER – Dunbar won the toss electing to receive in the second half. Fort Hill took the kick. They only move the ball a little down the field. Dunbar the same, as this quarter both defenses held one other to punting the ball. It was pretty much a back and forth battle between the two.

2ND QUARTER – Dunbar advanced down the field adding the first six points to the scoreboard. In typical fashion, they kicked no field goals and went for two, which was unsuccessful. The ball was now in the Sentinels court to answer back.  Plays later, the Poets increased their lead to 14, this time completing the two point conversion. The situation didn’t seem appealing for Fort Hill, however the coaches encouraged players to stay locked in and keep fighting. That they did.  The half ended on a Poets catching a deep ball, where they were about to score again only time ran out.

3RD & 4TH QUARTERS – The Sentinels returned to the field looking ready after I’m sure some great words from head coach, Zack Alkire. However, I did overhear the Dunbar coaching staff looking to put the foot on the gas and end the game. They did have a two hour drive back to Baltimore, Md.  Pretty much what happened. Dunbar continued adding points by using its speed and strength to stop the Sentinel run game.  They added 16 more points shutting out Fort Hill.

Many may think, Fort Hill finally played a team difficult for them.  But this loss is reminiscent of last year’s defeat by Dunbar.  I believe Coach Alkire will use the moment as a learning tool for his team down the road. A lot of lessons to be adhered to here. And for the Poets, this victory is exactly what they needed as they set their hopes back to Navy. Truly happy for both teams even though when they play, I don’t like to see neither lose. BEST WISHES to both the POETS and SENTINELS on the rest of their seasons.  MUCH SUCCESS TO YOU GUYS.

FINAL SCORE: POETS – 30 SENTINELS – 0

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