Mustangs stampede through Morton

Carson Kass, Sports Editor • September 29, 2023

On Sept. 22, the DGS varsity football team (2-3) took on Morton High School (1-4) and dominated them 34-0 for the 19th time in a row.

The game started off quickly for DGS as they got to the red zone via a big run from junior running back Kayden Smith, but they lost their chance after Morton held strong at the goaline and turned the ball over on downs.

DGS’s next drive resulted in a score after a long seven-minute drive, delivered via air by senior quarterback Will Potter. Potter ran another later in the quarter and set the score at 14-0 midway through the second.

“We know our guys can do well with good practice and preparation this week,” senior linebacker RJ Samuels said.

Toward the end of the half, senior defensive back Connor Kelly picked off Morton, allowing Potter to get his third touchdown before halftime, this time a pass to wideout Cameron Kasper, making it 20-0 at halftime.

South continued to rumble in the second half by forcing a turnover and scoring with the newfound chance. Potter threw to senior tight end Maxwell Cherep for a hat trick through the air, 27-0. DGS continued to roll, finding the endzone once more in the end and placing the final score at 34-0.

DGS looks to have a rivalry week in which they play Hinsdale South (2-3) on Sept. 29. The Hornets are coming off a 37-34 loss to Willowbrook, who DGS beat on Sept. 21. DGS hopes to go 2-2 following their victory last year against rivals Hinsdale South.

“This game really defines our season in a big portion of it. We have been practicing really well, making sure we remember what we did in practice this week and not letting the pressure and all the people get in our heads this Friday,” Kelly said.

About the Contributors

Carson Kass, Sports Editor

Senior Carson Kass is a Sports Editor for the DGS Blueprint. Kass is an honor roll student who is in charge of live broadcasts for DGS Esports and commentates for the DGS football team. Kass enjoys being the voice of many different programs in the school and beyond. Kass’ interest in journalism sparked in his junior year when he took on broadcasting for the DGS Esports team. He became an IHSEA Student Broadcasting Intern and has worked for the state organization since, which has given him many opportunities. Outside of school and entertainment, Kass prides himself on being a renaissance man, finding joy in learning as much as he can about the world. Some of his hobbies include watching sports, backpacking and reading. He hopes to broadcast beyond high school by attending Syracuse University’s Sports Broadcasting program.

Vanja Bogdanovic, Graphics/Photo Editor

Senior Vanja Bogdanovic is a Graphics and Photo Editor in her first year on the Blueprint staff. Bogdanovic is involved in numerous school activities, such as being a French tutor and an active member of the internship program at DGS. Bogdanovic is also an AP Photography student this year. Photography has been a large part of Bogdanovic's life since she has been at DGS. She has developed a sense of creativity and has made two strong portfolios. She has won multiple awards from Scholastic Art and Writing, an honorable mention from the Chicagoland 4x5 Show and many local and school awards. In her free time, she enjoys listening to music, hanging out with her friends and going on drives with her sister. Bogdanovic also frequents sports games or school events to take photos. She is very excited to be participating in Blueprint this year.