GENEVA – Geneva shared the fun during its season opener against St. Francis at Burgess Field, cruising to a 45-7 victory on Aug. 26.
The Vikings jumped on St. Francis early with a potent rushing attack as well as a strong defensive effort.
Lance Arni led the offense with 202 rushing yards on 19 carries, which included the game’s first touchdown, a 45-yard run.
Kyle Evert added a touchdown pass to Luke Swanson and Troy Tans and Mason Branson returned interceptions for touchdowns. The Spartans finally scored early in the fourth quarter on Sam Sidari’s 44-yard run.
St. Francis hosts St. Viator on Sept. 2 while Geneva travels to former Western Sun Conference foe, Kaneland the same night.