Jays Cruise by Cavaliers in Archbishop Hannan Classic
Jesuit Routs the Cavs, 42-7
The Blue Jays came on strong Friday afternoon in their non-district match up against De La Salle at Tad Gormley Stadium. Senior quarterback Tanner Lee went 7-for-8 for 141 yards and two touchdowns in six offensive series, while senior running back Kalan Minnard led the Jesuit rushing attack racking up 145 yards and a touchdown on 19 carries.
The Blue Jays return to action on Thursday, September 27 when they take on the John Ehret Patriots. Kickoff for that matchup is at 6:30 p.m. in Hoss Memtsas Stadium. Pre-sale ticket prices are $6 each for adults, students, and children (ages 6-11). A limited number of pre-sale tickets are available at the switchboard through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Thursday in the Student Commons at lunch. Tickets purchased at the gate are $8 each. Student and faculty IDs and season passes will not be accepted at the gate for this non-district contest.
Nola.com Recap of the Jesuit vs. De La Salle Game in the Archbishop Hannan Classic
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Football vs. De La Salle, Archbishop Hannan Classic, Sept. 22, 2012
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Minnard scores for the Blue Jays. Minnard racked up 145 yards and a touchdown on 19 carries Friday afternoon.
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A post-game tradition, the team moves to the sidelines to sing the Jesuit Alma Mater with the students and fans.
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The Jayettes keep the crowd moving Friday afternoon.
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Sophomore defensive back Jacob Pesquié pulls down a Cavalier.
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The Cheerleaders rev up the crowd on the sidelines.
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When play resumes, sophomore linebacker Jonathan Giardina and senior defensive back Trey Legier work together on the stop.
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The Blue Jay Band takes the field for an impressive halftime performance.
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Senior running back Bennett Schiro carries the ball to the 5 yard line.
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Sophomore running back Chris Mills contributes to Jesuit’s running game.
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Senior wide reciever Dontayue Fly makes a Blue Jay gain.
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Senior running back Kalan Minnard picks up Blue Jay yardage.
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... which senior Brandon Munster recovers.
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Junior lineman Jack Hebert causes a Cavalier fumble...
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Senior quarterback Tanner Lee scrambles for a few extra yards.
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The 3:30 p.m. kickoff resulted in a sea of khaki instead of the usual blue and white attire in the student section. One of the exceptions was an inexplicably dressed green fan.
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Freshman Crew Jacobs kicks for the extra point.
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Fly continues the play and scores for Jesuit.