History Made: Garden County Claims First-Ever State Football Championship with Dominant Performance
Garden County secured their first-ever state football championship by defeating Southwest 41-22 in the Class D6 title game in Kearney. The Eagles dominated the first half, leading 33-6 at halftime and finishing with 267 total yards, with 171 coming from rushing. Senior Wilsie Lobner stood out with three rushing touchdowns, while the team also found success through the air, with Kyan Kramer and Carver Corfield connecting for touchdowns. Southwest put up a fight, with quarterback Houston Billeter throwing for 257 yards and three touchdowns, but Garden County's defense, including a key interception returned for a touchdown, sealed the victory. This historic win marks a significant milestone for Garden County's football program.