Wildcats Win First Game of the Season
Game Played in Memory of Eric O'Connor
August 24, 2017

Photo courtesy of Lynda Shrader
Dalton Fahey (5) catches the pass from Nate Mabis to score the touchdown.
The Belleville Wildcats took on the Elcho/White Lake Wolverines on a beautiful Thursday night. Prior to the game starting, there was a memorial held for player Eric O'Connor, who passed away in July after an accident.
"On our first offensive play we decided to play with only 10 players and leave his position unfilled. The team came in emotionally charged and ready to play to honor him and his love for the game," said Coach Chase Ritter. "From that moment on, our team dominated on both sides of the ball. We had all of our starters out half way through the second quarter. A lot of young...
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