Burg begins 2nd season with conference play

The Wheelersburg Pirates have been through a gauntlet of competition in the first part of the season which finally comes to an end as the Pirates lose last week to rival Jackson. Like the Ironton game, the score didn’t indicate the effort that the Pirates gave, but once again another D3, 4-0 team found their way on the winning side. Burg’s schedule is considered 10th strongest in Division 5.

The Pirates would like to take a breather but they open up with the Minford Falcons this Friday, and Minford holds an unblemished record. The falcons have two impact players on the offensive side of the ball, something the Pirates are probably getting tired of trying to defend.  If anything proves true, their experience against such an attack should put them in a more favorable advantage compared to the opponents Minford has faced so far.

In order to take down the falcons, the Pirates must put points on the board. If the Pirates can’t control the time of possession, they may be heading back with an opening conference loss.

The Pirates have to be hungry for a win; they will need that “killer”attitude for Friday’s game. The Burg needs all Pirate fans to head out to Minford and cheer on the Burg.

Go Pirates!

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