MASSILLON, OHIO — Trailing by 14 points with just over six minutes left in regulation, a comeback would be nothing short of a miracle.
However, according to Chardon head coach Mitch Hewitt, he’s “never been more calm” in a football game in his life.
After four quarters and two overtime periods of thrilling football, Chardon came out on top 31-28 to win their first state title since 1994.
DeSales ran their way to a 14-7 halftime lead behind the legs of Ohio University commit Quintell Quinn.
Quinn finished a dominant first half with 122 yards and two touchdowns against one of the best defenses in the state.
Division III State Championship 🏆
2Q | 0:59
Columbus St. Francis DeSales – 14
Chardon – 7Quintell Quinn already over 100 yards with two touchdowns after this carry, DeSales back in the lead.@toppernation @topperfb @SFDStallions @FootballSfd pic.twitter.com/4yROsx81Qs
— Northeast Ohio HS Sports (@NEOhsSports) November 22, 2020
It was big plays galore throughout this game, especially in the second half.
Within the first minute, Drew Fetchik lobbed a pass to Blake Barker, who dashed 63 yards for the score to make it 14-14.
Division III State Championship 🏆
3Q | 11:04
Columbus St. Francis DeSales – 14
Chardon – 1463-yard Chardon TOUCHDOWN pass from Drew Fetchik to Blake Barker on the third play of the half!@toppernation @topperfb @SFDStallions @FootballSfd pic.twitter.com/dAfBGZPFTH
— Northeast Ohio HS Sports (@NEOhsSports) November 22, 2020
DeSales quickly responded with a 60-yard touchdown run from Quinn, followed by a 31-yard pass from Whit Hobgood to Jordan Johnson to make the score 28-14.
Division III State Championship 🏆
3Q | 8:42
Columbus St. Francis DeSales – 21
Chardon – 14Quintell Quinn breaks off his THIRD touchdown carry of the game, this one for 60 yards.@toppernation @topperfb @SFDStallions @FootballSfd pic.twitter.com/uGn1iU7m54
— Northeast Ohio HS Sports (@NEOhsSports) November 22, 2020
It appeared the dagger was going to be a fourth down touchdown for Chardon that was overturned with 7:36 to go in the fourth, giving DeSales possession.
This wasn’t the case.
Chardon’s defense forced two quick punts, allowing the offense to get onto the field.
With 6:04 in the fourth, Fetchik hit Barker for their second touchdown connection of the night to make the score 28-21.
Division III State Championship 🏆
4Q | 2:13
Columbus St. Francis DeSales – 28
Chardon – 28TIE BALLGAME! 9-yard touchdown for Evan Ash, and Chardon has made up 14 points in less than 4 minutes.@toppernation @topperfb @SFDStallions @FootballSfd pic.twitter.com/nZJ0Q1Ohrt
— Northeast Ohio HS Sports (@NEOhsSports) November 22, 2020
Then with 2:13 left, Evan Ash tied the game up 28-28 with an equalizing touchdown that sent the Chardon bleachers into a frenzy.
Division III State Championship 🏆
4Q | 2:13
Columbus St. Francis DeSales – 28
Chardon – 28TIE BALLGAME! 9-yard touchdown for Evan Ash, and Chardon has made up 14 points in less than 4 minutes.@toppernation @topperfb @SFDStallions @FootballSfd pic.twitter.com/nZJ0Q1Ohrt
— Northeast Ohio HS Sports (@NEOhsSports) November 22, 2020
Just like that, it was time for overtime in the state championship game.
In the first overtime period, both teams blocked field goal attempts to send the game into a second overtime.
Division III State Championship 🏆
*End of Overtime*
Columbus St. Francis DeSales – 28
Chardon – 28DeSales BLOCKS the game winning field goal attempt, and we’re heading to double OT.@toppernation @topperfb @SFDStallions @FootballSfd pic.twitter.com/itbXJIwgK7
— Northeast Ohio HS Sports (@NEOhsSports) November 22, 2020
In double overtime, Chardon settled for a 32-yard field goal from Nathan Tager to make the score 31-28.
Division III State Championship 🏆
*Double Overtime*
Chardon – 31
Columbus St. Francis DeSales – 28DeSales needs a FG to go to triple OT, a touchdown to win.@toppernation @topperfb @SFDStallions @FootballSfd pic.twitter.com/LLYQ2oOzdX
— Northeast Ohio HS Sports (@NEOhsSports) November 22, 2020
After Chardon’s defense allowed no yardage on the ensuing DeSales possession, a 37-yard field goal attempt was no good, and Chardon would be crowned state champions.
Division III State Championship 🏆
*FINAL/2OT*
Chardon – 31
Columbus St. Francis DeSales – 28DeSales field goal is NO GOOD!
The Chardon Hilltoppers are state champions for the first time since 1994! pic.twitter.com/3zFjRiAQI9
— Northeast Ohio HS Sports (@NEOhsSports) November 22, 2020
It was a remarkable finish to a remarkable season for the Chardon Hilltoppers. They finish the season 12-0, and win their first state championship since 1994.
Your 2020 Division III State Champions… The Chardon Hilltoppers! pic.twitter.com/j9XnSXs1T6
— Northeast Ohio HS Sports (@NEOhsSports) November 22, 2020
Chardon 7 0 7 14 0 3 31
DeSales 7 7 14 0 0 0 28
Full Statistics: https://ohsaaweb.blob.core.windows.net/files/Sports/Football/2020/D3-20-F.HTM
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