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Sussex Central football moves on with 21-17 win over Concord

Central’s TyJhir Sheppard-Parker runs out of the grasp of Concord’s Roshaun Jackson and scores a 33-yard touchdown in the 21-17 win over the Raiders. DAN COOK PHOTOS
Dan Cook
November 18, 2019

No. 4 Sussex Central (9-2)  knocked off No. 5 Concord 21-17 Nov. 15 in Georgetown to advance to the DIAA semifinals.

Central senior Kasim Lewis had 151 yards on 10 carries and scored two second-half touchdowns to pace the Knights.

Senior running back TyJhir Sheppard-Parker had 78 yards rushing and started off the scoring for Central with a touchdown in the first quarter.

“It was nice for the seniors to win their last game at home,” said Central head coach John Wells. “Concord came in on a five-game winning streak and they were feeling good about it, so we are fortunate to get out with a victory. I thought our offensive line did a good job of blocking and paved the way for our backs.”

Concord’s Colton Callueng pulled in a 43-yard pass from Raiders quarterback Austin Ruth for their first score in the third quarter. Junior Zion Larkins gave the Raiders the lead on a five-yard pass from Ruth. Place kicker Andrew Raab put through a 27-yard field goal to finish the Raiders’ scoring in the fourth quarter.

Sussex Central had a 319-219 rushing advantage and averaged 8.5 yards per carry. The Knights lost three fumbles in the game.

“Now we play the No. 1-seeded Hodgson,” Wells said. “They have won 20 games in the last two seasons, and they have as much or more talent than anyone in the state. We have to play a disciplined game. One mistake and it could cost you seven points.”

Hodgson will host Central Saturday, Nov. 23. Game time is noon.

 

Central’s TyJhir Sheppard-Parker runs out of the grasp of Concord’s Roshaun Jackson and scores a 33-yard touchdown in the 21-17 win over the Raiders. DAN COOK PHOTOS
Central running back Shihiem Williams runs for a long gain.
Honorary captains for the game are (l-r) former player Don Layfield, coach Bob Cuthrell and players Lloyd Mears and Frank Roach.
Bob Cuthrell, the first coach for the Sussex Central Golden Knights, tosses the coin.
Central’s Rocco Esposito puts the stop on Concord ball carrier Cameren Smith.
Concord’s Colton Callueng pulls in an Austin Ruth pass.
Central head coach John Wells speaks to his players during a timeout.
Kasim Lewis scores a second-half touchdown.
TyJhir Sheppard-Parker dives forward for a first down.
Kasim Lewis plows forward for a touchdown.
Concord’s Zion Larkins battles for a catch with Central’s Phillip Stratton, bottom, and Domonique Smith.
Juan Justiniani kicks an extra point.
The Sussex Central alumni attended the game where they enjoyed a barbecue and inductions were made to the Golden Knights Hall of Fame.
Concord senior Roland Beauford runs for a short gain.
Central’s TyJhir Sheppard-Parker loses the handle.
Offensive lineman Christopher Lombardi blocks for TyJhir Sheppard-Parker.
Senior dance team member Jenna Anger entertains the crowd during the halftime performance.
Dance team member Samantha McDuffie shows her flexibility during the halftime performance.
The bass section of (l-r) Kimberly Diaz-Hanzer, Anthony Mills and Dawson Hittle lays down the beat with drummer Sean Carroll.

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