“WE BEND, BUT WE DON’T BREAK.” Those were the words from running back @holmes_darnell0 after @StaggStateFB rallied from an 18-10 halftime deficit. He spoke about doing it for the seniors, the belief that carried them, and what makes this Delta Kings team different.

Last year’s SJAA Defensive Player of the Year, linebacker @6lueprint___, reflected on @StaggStateFB’s defensive effort and what this win means as a senior. He also looked ahead to next week’s chance to clinch the league title against Chavez.

The emotions. Battling through adversity. Beating his alma mater. What’s led to the programs quick turnaround. Now, a chance to play for the SJAA title — and it comes against a close friend, Chavez coach @CoachDGraves7. You’ll want to hear @StaggStateFB’s @coachcrocky postgame:

“We back, baby. We back.” “This is just the start.” On senior night, @StaggStateFB battled through adversity to edge Tokay, staying unbeaten in league play and tied atop SJAA. recordnet.com/story/sports/h…

Middle linebacker Michael Gonzales was without his partner in crime, fellow linebacker @6lueprint___ . The @StaggStateFB senior shares his thoughts on the responsibilities he took on defense and how he approached the game.⭐️

@CoachCrocky earns his first SJAA league win as head coach.✔️ His message to @StaggStateFB before the game: control effort and emotions. Here’s what he had to say about how they executed that tonight.

“It was a high performance for me, but it’s only going to get better and better.” @StaggStateFB quarterback Dario Dominguez shares his thoughts on his four-touchdown night and gives credit to his offensive line.🔥👀👑

Final score at Yellowjacket Stadium. @StaggStateFB dominates Franklin.👑🐝 Stagg moves to 3-1 while Franklin falls to 2-2. Stagg 47, Franklin 0.

Consistency and relentlessness pays off.👑 @StaggStateFB running back @holmes_darnell0 finally breaks free for huge gain on a 65-yard touchdown. It was his third touchdown of the game.😯 PAT is no good. Stagg 40, Franklin 0.

After a short punt set @StaggStateFB up inside Franklin’s 25 yard line, wide receiver Lance Martin received the ball in space and took it to the house for a 22-yard touchdown.👑 PAT is good. 11:18 remaining in the 2nd quarter. Stagg 27, Franklin 0.

Almost a takeaway.👑 @StaggStateFB cornerback Kemonnie Eskridge comes inches away from the interception. Franklin is forced to punt.🐝 Stagg 13, Franklin 0.

What a grab.👀 @StaggStateFB quarterback Dario Dominguez drops a back-shoulder dime to Alex Hinojosa, who toe-taps in the end zone for six.⭐👑 PAT is no good. Stagg 13, Franklin 0.