It was not a pretty game at Nile Kinnick Stadium. Kearney and Omaha North combined for five turnovers and 14 punts. Any drive that had momentum was cut down by penalties.
When the Bearcats needed a spark most, Zach Atchison provided. His connection to Trey Norman from 11 yards out lifted Kearney over Omaha North as time expired, 14-13. Kearney improved to 3-1, while Omaha North fell to 2-2.
The start of the contest was disasterous for Kearney, as Re’Aire Washington stepped in front of Atchison’s first pass of the game and took it back to the house for a quick score. Kearney would have the favor returned on their second drive, as Omaha North’s muffed punt would give Kearney new life, only to see the Bearcats punt it away after they were unable to capitalize in shallow Viking territory…