Brookville, KS- The Ell-Saline Cardinals battled hard against the Little River Redskins in a tough district matchup under the Friday night lights. The game carried extra excitement as it doubled as Homecoming, drawing a spirited crowd of students, alumni, and families to cheer on their team. Despite facing one of the district’s toughest opponents, the Cardinals showed heart and determination from kickoff to the final whistle.
(Photo Gallery by Diane Dowell)
Final Score
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little River | 6 | 8 | 0 | 6 | 20 |
| Ell-Saline | 0 | 0 | 6 | 16 | 22 |
Team Statistics
Ell-Saline
Passing
| Player | Comp-Att | Yards | TD | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #5 Reese Krone | 13-19 | 185 | 0 | 0 |
| #23 Kas Kramer | 1-1 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
Rushing
| Player | Carries | Yards | TD |
|---|---|---|---|
| #23 Kas Kramer | 13 | 47 | 2 |
| #5 Reese Krone | 6 | 39 | 0 |
| Jaxson Seed | 6 | 19 | 0 |
| #2 Collin Dent | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Receptions | Yards | TD |
|---|---|---|---|
| #16 Trey Williams | 5 | 77 | 0 |
| #2 Collin Dent | 4 | 57 | 1 |
| #23 Kas Kramer | 2 | 33 | 0 |
| #1 Landon May | 2 | 26 | 0 |
Homecoming crowning took place at halftime. The King and Queen Candidates are:
Wyatt Allen and Delaney Gibson
Kas Kramer and Sara Lutes
Reese Krone and Jocelyn Taylor
Crown Bearers are Renley Benson, daughter of Matt and Tiffany Benson and Briar Johnson, son of Lane and Jennifer Johnson.
Your 2025 King and Queen are:
Reese Krone and Sara Ludes
2025 Ell-Saline Homecoming Court
In the end, the Cardinals’ come-from-behind victory was a testament to their perseverance and belief in one another. When the odds stacked high and the clock ticked low, they refused to give in—digging deep, trusting their preparation, and leaning on each other every play. Their resilience turned adversity into triumph, proving that heart, unity, and determination can carry a team farther than talent alone.
