Plainfield High School

Plainfield High School football captured the school’s third sectional championship Friday night with a commanding 43–8 victory at Terre Haute South. The Quakers built a 36–0 halftime lead behind an explosive passing attack and a defense that kept the Braves off the scoreboard through the first two quarters. “Great TEAM win on Friday night at Terre Haute South! Extremely proud of our TEAM for accepting the challenge and stepping up to secure the school's third sectional title!” said head coach Tyler Bless. Quarterback Bryce Sebanc led the offense, completing 10 of 16 passes for 242 yards and four touchdowns while adding 17 rushing yards and a touchdown. Plainfield finished with 347 yards of total offense, including 268 through the air. Zander Nattam paced the receiving corps with five catches for 131 yards and two touchdowns, scoring on receptions of 77 and 26 yards. Austin Ward made both of his catches count, hauling in touchdown passes of 32 and 31 yards to finish with 63 receiving yards. Ethan Ellis added three receptions for 48 yards. On the ground, Da’Vontae Thomas led Plainfield with 23 yards on six carries, followed by Justin Meyer with 22 yards on six attempts. Ellis contributed 17 yards on five carries, matching Sebanc’s rushing total. Sebanc’s two-yard touchdown run in the second quarter helped the Quakers take control of the game. Plainfield’s defense was led by Jack Nagy, who recorded eight tackles, including six solo stops. Briggs Buis and Coen Vanderbush each finished with six tackles, while Jordan Meyer and Korbyn Woods added four apiece. Vanderbush provided another highlight to open the second half, returning the kickoff 95 yards for a touchdown to extend Plainfield’s lead to 43–0. The Quakers now turn their attention to regional action, hosting Cathedral this Friday, November 13, at 7:00 p.m. at Plainfield High School. “Really excited to host our first regional title game in 26 years!” Bless said. Come out, fill the stands with Red Pride, and support the Quakers as they compete for a regional championship! The Regional is an IHSAA event so ALL FANS MUST HAVE A TICKET. Plainfield All-sport passes will not be accepted for the Regional. TICKET LINK: https://public.eventlink.com/tickets?t=218810 GO QUAKERS! **Photograph credits: Jeff Brown**