DAVISON (DTV) – (11/18/2019) – Yes you heard it, our Cardinals our going to the Semi-Finals in the 2019 Michigan High School Playoffs. Not only that but the boys in maroon and gold are steamrolling the competition.
The Story:
Davison vs. Romeo
Final Score: 35-21
Romeo: In the 1st round of playoffs, the Romeo Bulldogs lost to our Cardinals 35-21. In Bulldogs territory, Caleb Smith truly made a name for himself while scoring all 5 touchdowns. Senior Linebacker Pasco had 1 interception and an absurd 19 tackles (some are assisted) as well. On November 1st, this upset gave Davison the momentum they needed to take on the Lapeer Lightning the upcoming Friday.
Davison vs. Lapeer
Final Score: 42-14
Lapeer: Trying to bounce back from a loss in the last regular-season game to the Lightning, the Cards were determined to take the W. Spoilers, they did and it wasn’t nearly close as the previous game. In it, they suffered a heartbreaking loss in double OT in which they lost 24-21. It was a hard-fought match-up in Lapeer’s favor.
Now it was time for Districts where it mattered most. This game was kept tight for awhile Near the middle of the 3rd quarter, Sullivan tossed a floater to Harrison Terry for around a 30-yard reception. In the red zone, slowly pushing their way forward, running back Caleb Smith ran the 5th touchdown of the game for 2 yards. The score is 21-14 with about half of the game remaining.
Davison’s defense stepped up and got their incredible offense the ball back. Terry proved himself again by scoring a 74-yard reception late in the 3rd, 28-14.
At the beginning of the 4th quarter, the Cards struck again. The 12-yard run in by Cryderman pushed the lead to 3 TD’s. As the clocked ticked down, each team only got a touchdown apiece, making the final score was 42-21.
Davison vs. Utica Eisenhower
Final Score: 35-7
Utica Eisenhower: It is time for regionals and Davison came prepared. Junior Mario Getaw got the score started for Utica with a 70-yard reception. The Cardinals returned the favor with Cryderman scoring a short dash into the end zone. Also in the 1st, another 6 points were scored on a reception by Harrison Terry.
The score was 14-7 at the start of the 2nd. After a 30-yard run by Caleb Smith, he put his team on the 5-yard line. A couple of downs in and Sullivan put his name on the score sheet with a 2-yard rush to take it to halftime.
To make the highlight play of the game, at the end of the 3rd Smith ran a 101-yard pick-six. This increased their score to 28-7.
During the 4th quarter, Smith had another quick TD to top off this sweet victory.
Davison vs. Sterling Heights Stevenson
Upcoming: Sterling Heights Stevenson: At Troy Athens, the Sterling Heights Stevenson Titans will face off against our Cardinals. The Titans barely made playoffs and are on an outstanding run, taking down teams like Macomb and Detroit Cass Tech. In all of these games, the difference in score hasn’t been over 7 points, meaning they’ve all been nail-biters to watch. Although, Biago Madonna (QB) and other star players can make a difference in the one coming up. Sadly, DTV will NOT be able to live stream this game.
After Sterling Heights
If Davison comes out on top, the Michigan High School Football Championship Game will be played at Ford Field next Saturday, November 30th. The game will have the Cards facing off against either Belleville or Brighton.
Romeo Highlights: Davison vs. Romeo Full Game:
Lapeer Highlights: Davison vs. Lapeer Full Game:
Utica Eisenhower Highlights: Davison vs. Utica Eisenhower Full Game: