DeSales rallied from behind twice in the second half to beat Tri-Valley 21-17 in the 2023 season opener. Freshman quarterback RJ Day connected with Jack Elgin from 31 yards out, on 3rd and 19, with 25 seconds remaining for the game-winning touchdown.
DeSales trailed 10-0 in the fourth quarter when Max Shulaw crossed the goal line from two yards out and on the ensuing kickoff, Lincoln Shulaw recovered a Tri-Valley fumble. Junior quarterback PJ Noles gave the Stallions their first lead at 14-10 with a four-yard rushing touchdown with 5:24 remaining.
The Scotties would regain the lead with 1:59 remaining at 17-14 before the game-winning drive for DeSales.
Senior punter Brendan Ballard had four key punts, averaging 47.8 per, and made a one-handed catch on a high snap in the second half to prevent a potential Tri-Valley score. Senior running back Avery Garlock led the Stallions with 45 yards rushing on 7 carries.
