Vestaburg Community Middle/High School

Despite a 40–30 loss to Parkway Christian on Friday night, the Wolverines took a major step forward — especially on the offensive side of the ball. And it all started up front. The offensive line — Trent Hilding, Logan Griffin, Kameron Oaks, Blake Rasmussen, Micheal Caudill, along with tight ends Brayden Clements and Walker Arntz — put together a statement performance that powered one of the Wolverines’ most explosive offensive outings of the season. Their dominance in the trenches paved the way for 311 rushing yards and helped the offense pile up a staggering 530 total yards on 70 plays. From the opening whistle, the group controlled the line of scrimmage. Their physicality, communication, and relentless drive set the tone, allowing the offense to find its rhythm early and sustain it all night long. And the biggest beneficiary of that effort was freshman sensation Lucas Warczinsky, who turned in an unbelievable all-around performance on both sides of the ball. Behind powerful blocking and wide-open lanes, Warczinsky erupted for 132 rushing yards and a touchdown, added a 14-yard reception, and even completed a 45-yard pass. His fingerprints were all over the game — contributing three two-point conversions, a blocked punt, a blocked extra point, and leading the defense with eight tackles, a tackle for loss, and an interception. Warczinsky’s energy and versatility were electric, but it was the offensive front’s steady protection and physical push that allowed everything to come together. Whether it was Caudill and Oaks sealing the edges, Griffin and Rasmussen clearing lanes inside, or Hilding anchoring the middle, the line worked as one unit — consistently creating opportunities for the Wolverines’ playmakers. Tight ends Clements and Arntz added critical blocks on the perimeter and downfield, helping spring big plays that kept the offense rolling. Quarterback Kofee Arntz benefitted from the same outstanding protection, throwing for 71 yards and two touchdowns while adding a rushing score. With clean pockets and effective run support, Arntz was able to stay composed and keep the Parkway defense off balance. In the passing game, Brehm Warczinsky became the go-to target, catching four passes for 87 yards and two touchdowns, consistently getting open thanks to the time afforded by his offensive line. While the box score highlights the production, it doesn’t fully capture the grit, discipline, and cohesion this unit displayed. From pulling on counters to recognizing blitzes and sealing off pursuit angles, the Wolverines’ front played with precision and purpose. Their effort was a major reason the team outgained Parkway Christian by more than 200 yards, controlled the tempo, and battled from start to finish. Though the final score didn’t swing in the Wolverines’ favor, the performance was filled with positives — and a clear sign of growth. The combination of a maturing offensive line and an emerging freshman leader in Lucas Warczinsky showed what this team is capable of when execution and effort meet. As the Wolverines prepare for their season finale at Dansville, the focus will be on carrying this momentum forward. With the offensive front playing at a high level and Warczinsky continuing to rise as a two-way force, this team is finding its identity — one built on toughness, teamwork, and heart in the trenches.