Genenbacher, Peters play backyard football as Central rolls over Nokomis for first-round victory

By Steve Eighinger | November 3, 2024
Camp Point Central's Nate Peters hauls in a pass from Elijah Genenbacher near the goal line during Saturday's Class 1A first-round playoff game in Camp Point, Ill. | Photo courtesy Mike Pritchard

CAMP POINT, Ill. — That pass-and-catch connection between Elijah Genenbacher and Nate Peters goes way back. “Nate and I grew up playing backyard football together, and I’m sure that helps now,” Genenbacher said. Their familiarity with one another’s abilities was in full display on a wind-swept Saturday afternoon when the longtime friends each played essential…

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Peters’ five-TD performance emulates high-stakes manner of Panthers’ late-season approach

By Steve Eighinger | October 19, 2024
Cam Point Central's Nate Peters, right, cuts a swath through the Carrollton defense during Friday night's game in Camp Point, Ill. | Photo courtesy Mike Pritchard

CAMP POINT, Ill. — Nate Peters assures he is healthy again, and his Friday night performance confirmed it. The senior running back scored five touchdowns — three by rushing, two via reception — to headline the state-ranked Camp Point Central football team’s sixth straight victory, a 41-28 win over Carrollton before a Senior Night crowd…

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