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Tyson Riley's heroics gives Springfield Catholic a thrilling win over Seneca

Springfield Catholic quarterback Tyson Riley answers questions ranging from who his idol is to what he thinks a penguin would taste like. Wyatt D. Wheeler, wwheeler@news-leader.com

The duel of top rushing quarterbacks more than lived up to its billing at O’Reilly Family Stadium on Friday night. Someone tell Tyson Riley and company there are still nine games to go.

Gavin Clouse’ pass on 4-and-goal from the Catholic nine-yard line fluttered to the end zone turf, ending a marathon contest for the ages. The Fightin’ Irish held off a furious second-half charge from Seneca and took the 2018 season opener, 50-42.