Clear Creek-Amana Triumphs Over Oskaloosa in Hard-Fought Contest
OSKALOOSA, IA – September 27, 2024 – Clear Creek-Amana (CCA) took control in the second half to defeat the Oskaloosa Indians 32-13 on Friday night at Statesmen Community Stadium. This win brings CCA’s record to 3-2 (1-0), while Oskaloosa falls to 1-4 (0-1).
Oskaloosa opened strong, matching CCA’s first-quarter touchdown with one of their own. CCA’s Conlan Poynton found the end zone on a 1-yard run early in the first quarter. Oskaloosa answered when AJ Walker broke through for a 7-yard rushing touchdown, tying the game 7-7 by the end of the first quarter.
The Indians took a brief 13-7 lead in the second quarter when quarterback Kayne Boender connected with Heavon Knox for a 5-yard touchdown. However, a missed extra point would leave the door open for CCA to take over. Poynton scored his second touchdown of the night with a 1-yard run, and the halftime score stood at 14-13 in favor of CCA.
CCA’s defense took control in the second half, holding Oskaloosa scoreless. Poynton scored twice more, including a 3-yard run in the fourth quarter to seal the victory. CCA dominated the ground game, rushing for 210 yards compared to Oskaloosa’s -21 net rushing yards.
Poynton’s performance stood out with four rushing touchdowns and one passing touchdown to Cale Berry late in the third quarter. The Indians struggled offensively, managing only 193 total yards compared to CCA’s 355.
The game was marked by Oskaloosa’s difficulty in sustaining drives, as they converted only 5 of 12 third-down attempts. Turnovers and penalties also hurt the Indians’ chances, with two fumbles lost and nine penalties for 75 yards.
