Wildcats football earns fourth win, defeating Our Lady of Lourdes

The Warwick Valley Wildcats varsity football team defeated Class A opponent Our Lady of Lourdes in Poughkeepsie on Friday night by a score of 42 – 30.

Wildcats quarterback Brody Frederick led the team to the win, completing 12 of 18 passes for 441 yards and four touchdown passes, while also rushing for two. Ryan and Dylan Sullivan continue to rack up the yardage, combining for 339 yards and four touchdown receptions. Anthony Mazza and Giacomo Abbate also combined for 102 receiving yards.

The offensive line of Michael Hennessy, Matt Lupkovich, Brayden Harrison, Grant Havell, Michael Miller, Asa Garner, and Wyatt Vreeland was stellar, providing plenty of time for Frederick to throw, and keeping the QB’s jersey clean throughout the game.

The Wildcats defense was paced by senior captain Grant Havell, who led all tacklers with nine solo tackles and three assists. Michael Miller was outstanding from the defensive line, and defensive back Luca Siebert converted his fourth interception of the year in the end zone during the first half. Wyatt Vreeland also intercepted a pass to set the Wildcats up in scoring position. Wildcats kjicker Cole Haskew was a perfect 6-6 on extra point attempts, and has been near perfect on attempted extra points this year, with 18.

Underclassman Aaron Callender, Giacomo Abbate, Tom Ronan, Matt Abel, and Logan Conley complement a senior-laden team, and have made significant contributions to the Wildcats 4-0 start this season. Warwick will look to maintain their perfect record on Friday night, when they take on FDR in Hyde Park. Kick off will be at 7:00 pm for this important league contest.

Junior Running Back Aaron Callender (14) is one of many juniors who have made a significant impact on the 2024 Wildcat Football Team. Picture by Al Konikowski.