By 1808Delaware
🏆 The City of Powell invites the community to celebrate the Olentangy Liberty Patriots, winners of their first-ever Division I state football championship!
The celebration kicks off on Sunday, December 15, at 1:30 PM with a State Champions Parade, followed by a proclamation ceremony at Village Green Park. Here’s everything you need to know about the festivities:
Parade Details
- 📅 Date: Sunday, December 15
- ⏰ Time: 1:30 PM
- 🛣️ Route:
- Begin at Adventure Park
- Head south on Liberty Street
- Turn west at SR 750
- End at Village Green Park, where a proclamation will be read at the amphitheater
Bring your families, friends, and neighbors to cheer on the Patriots as they make their victory lap through downtown Powell!
A Championship to Remember
The Olentangy Liberty Patriots clinched their first-ever state football championship on Friday, December 6, 2024, defeating Cincinnati Archbishop Moeller 28-14 at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton. The victory was the culmination of a season of dedication, teamwork, and remarkable athletic performances.
Key Highlights from the Game:
- Quarterback Andrew Leonard was electric, throwing for 260 yards and three touchdowns.
- Wide receiver Christian Moulton dominated with 161 receiving yards on eight catches, including three touchdown receptions.
- Running back Jake Struck opened the scoring with a 1-yard touchdown run in the first quarter.
- The offensive line stood strong, enabling Leonard to exploit Moeller’s formidable defense.
On defense, the Patriots held firm against Moeller’s high-powered offense, led by Ohio Mr. Football winner Matt Ponatoski. Key plays, including a fumble recovery returned for a touchdown by Cooper Gearhart, helped keep Liberty in control of the game.
This win marked Olentangy Liberty’s first state championship in football, a crowning achievement for a program that had reached the semifinals in 2016, 2017, and 2018.
Join the Celebration
Don’t miss this chance to honor the team and their historic accomplishment. Let’s come together to celebrate the hard work, spirit, and talent that brought a state title to Powell!
