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ROCORI vs Detroit Lakes Section Semi final

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It was a long trip for the ROCORI football team as they traveled to Detroit Lakes to take on the undefeated Lakers. It was a hard fought game from start to finish as the Spartans would answer everything the Lakers had. Nick Schneider was himself rushing for 80 yards and a touchdown in the first half but the Spartans were trailing by 7 as the halftime horn sounded.


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In the second half of play the Spartans once again found themselves down by two scores. But, like last time, they rallied and actually had a chance to tie the game. The stars weren't aligned and the Spartans eventually lost. ROCORI had a chance to tie it late in the game but a blown call by the officials ended any sort of hope for ROCORI and its Spartan Nation.

ROCORI vs Fergus Falls Section Quarterfinal

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The ROCORI Spartans looked to bounce back from a tough loss last week and win a road playoff game against the Fergus Falls Otters. Coach Theisen emphasized team pride in his pre-game speech because that’s exactly what it would take to beat the number three seeded Otters. Watch this story and see all the first half highlights of this tough sectional battle.


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The ROCORI Spartans jumped out to an early lead, but turnovers would give the Otters a chance to get back in the game.  In order to steal a victory on the road, the Spartans would have to overcome the adversity and play with pride. Watch the second half highlights as the Spartans were able to take care of business and advance to play at Detroit Lakes this Saturday at 7 p.m.

ROCORI vs St. Cloud Apollo Football Highlights

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Without star running back Nick Schneider and pitiful field conditions, the ROCORI Spartans would be in for a difficult night against the St. Cloud Apollo Eagles. Although the Eagles were winless on the season, they put up a strong fight in this mid-week football game. Watch the highlights and see if the Spartans were able to come out victorious against the Eagles.


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With the rain coming down harder and the field conditions resembling a pigpen more than a football field, the game was less about skill and more about which team would make the least amount of mistakes. It was nearly impossible to keep solid footing and it would ultimately cause both offenses to struggle. Watch and see if the Spartans were able to pull off a victory in the mud on the road.

ROCORI Spartans Varsity Football vs Willmar

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Coming off a tough loss to the Sauk Rapids Storm last week, the ROCORI Spartans would not have things any easier as their tough Central Lake Conference schedule grinds to an end. On Friday October 12, the Spartans took on the Willmar Cardinals who were 5-1 on the season. If ROCORI’s hopes of controlling their own destiny were to stay alive, a victory was crucial. Watch this story and see all of the highlights from the game.
   
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The Spartans jumped out to an early lead in the first half and cruised into the locker room with a narrow lead. It would take a whole lot of heart and teamwork to beat gritty Willmar Cardinals. Watch the second half highlights and see if the Spartans offense could keep clicking and if the defense could hold Cardinals off the scoreboard.
   

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Upcoming ROCORI Spartans Varsity Football Games
 
Date                    Location            Opponent                        “Special Features”   

8.  Oct. 17            Away            St. Cloud Apollo “Eagles”

   

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ROCORI Spartans Varsity Football Homecoming Game vs Sartell

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It was homecoming for the ROCORI Spartans as they looked to battle their opponents from just across the river, the Storm of Sauk Rapids. The field was wet and play was sloppy as the teams battled for the ever-important divisional supremacy.  This story features all of the highlights from the game as well as a pre-game pep talk from a ROCORI graduate that is now part of the Minnesota Vikings organization.
   
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Even though the Spartans fell behind in the first half and struggled mightily with time of possession, they were set to get the ball first in the second half, and with their high powered offense, a comeback seemed very possible. Watch the second half highlights to see if the ROCORI Spartans were able to get back on track against the gritty players of Sauk Rapids.
    

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Upcoming ROCORI Spartans Varsity Football Games
 
Date                    Location            Opponent                        “Special Features”   

7.  Oct. 12            Home           Willmar “Cardinals”               Senior Night,

                                                                                            Youth Night

8.  Oct. 17            Away            St. Cloud Apollo “Eagles”

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Special thanks to Central Minnesota Federal Credit Union who sponsored this story.   The Central Minnesota Federal Credit Union in Cold Spring is proud to support the rich tradition of ROCORI athletics and the contribution it makes to student development.  At the Central Mn Federal Credit Union, all ROCORI athletes are Champions in our community.
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ROCORI Spartans Varsity Football vs Sartell

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Last Friday the ROCORI Spartan football team traveled to Sartell to take on the Sabres in CLC action. It was the Sabres homecoming, and the Spartans had revenge on their mind as Sartell has spoiled the Spartans last two homecoming games. Watch all the highlights from this game as the Spartans looked to build momentum as they shift gears in preparation for their own homecoming game. Remember all of the highlights of Spartan football can be seen on DigElog ROCORI.
   
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This story features second half highlights from the ROCORI football game against the Sartell Sabres. The Spartans jumped out to a huge lead in the first half thanks to great play on both sides of the ball. See if they were able to hang on for the win and spoil Sartell’s homecoming.

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Upcoming ROCORI Spartans Varsity Football Games
 
Date                    Location            Opponent                        “Special Features”   

6.  Oct. 5              Home           Sauk Rapids/Rice “Storm”      Homecoming      

7.  Oct. 12            Home           Willmar “Cardinals”               Senior Night, Youth Night

8.  Oct. 17            Away            St. Cloud Apollo “Eagles”

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Special thanks to Central Minnesota Federal Credit Union who sponsored this story.   The Central Minnesota Federal Credit Union in Cold Spring is proud to support the rich tradition of ROCORI athletics and the contribution it makes to student development.  At the Central Mn Federal Credit Union, all ROCORI athletes are Champions in our community.
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ROCORI Spartans Varsity Football vs Little Falls

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As we saw in the preview, the Spartans had a coming out party against the Little Falls Flyers. The Spartans were looking for their first win, and the game was close through the first quarter. However, the offense was hungry and the running game would eventually get on track. Watch this story and see all of the highlights from the first half.
   
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The Spartans jumped out to the lead in the first half and the second would be no different. The coaching staff challenged the defense at halftime and they stepped up big in the second half. Watch and see the Spartans finish out their first win and also check out some of the backups coming in and producing at a high level. Stay tuned next week as the Spartans travel to rival Sartell.
   
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Upcoming ROCORI Spartans Varsity Football Games
   
Date                    Location            Opponent                        “Special Features” 

5.  Sept. 28                Away         Sartell/St. Stephen “Sabres”         

6.  Oct. 5                    Home        Sauk Rapids/Rice “Storm”      Homecoming 
   
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Special thanks to Central Minnesota Federal Credit Union who sponsored this story.   The Central Minnesota Federal Credit Union in Cold Spring is proud to support the rich tradition of ROCORI athletics and the contribution it makes to student development.  At the Central Mn Federal Credit Union, all ROCORI athletes are Champions in our community.
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