This was a long awaited game for those who live in and around Hilliard, Ohio – the Panthers of Hilliard Darby High School faced off against their Hilliard Davidson High School counterparts, the Wildcats at Hilliard Darby Stadium.

MVP

Nick Powers

Hilliard Darby

SCHOLAR ATHLETES

Braeden Hook

Hilliard Darby

Braeden is a multi-sport athlete who makes significant contributions to the team. He was named 1st team OCC last football season, and also received an All District Honorable Mention. He is a member of the Class Cabinet. Braeden has spoken to our middle school students on several occasions, and he is extremely positive and motivational.

Mitch Vetter

Hilliard Davidson

Mitch has a 4.1 Accumulative GPA, is a member of the National Honor Society, Student Mentors, Ski Club, Leader to Leaders and the LaCrosse team. Mitch plans to attend Ohio State University of University of Cincinnati to study engineering.

HALL OF FAME

Josh Humbert

Hilliard Darby

Josh has a 4.1 Accumulative GPA, is a member of the National Honor Society, Student Mentors, Ski Club, Leader to Leaders and the LaCrosse team. Mitch plans to attend Ohio State University of University of Cincinnati to study engineering.

Jake Trubiano

Hilliard Davidson

Jake Trubiano was a three year starter in the Davidson vs. Darby football series. Jake played running back versus Darby as a sophmore and quarterback both his junior and senior seasons. As a Senior Jake helped to lead the Wildcats to their second state championship in 2009. After graduation, Jake went to play football at the United State Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. Jake is now living in Cleveland where he works at Quicken Loans.

GAME SUMMARY

Kickoff was pushed back by 45 minutes due to lightning and fans were not permitted to enter the stadium until 45 minutes before kickoff because of safety precautions. Even with the weather not being ideal, 10,000 fans showed up to witness this rivalry. Both teams have a similar style of play in which they rely heavily on ball control and defense. These styles were evident as Davidson led 7-3 at the half. The third quarter consisted of much of the same, as the only score was a field goal by Davidson. Entering the 4th quarter, Davidson was up 10-3. Mid way through the 4th, Darby’s quarterback Nick Powers got loose for a long touch down run that put Darby down by one. After Davidson was forced to punt, Powers took off yet again, scoring the game winning touchdown with a little over two minutes left in the game. The final score was Darby 15- Davidson 10. Nick Powers of Darby was awarded the MVP trophy.