Off and running: Genenbacher’s first-play touchdown sets stage for Central’s playoff win

By Steve Eighinger | October 29, 2023
Camp Point Central running back Elijah Genenbacher runs throw a gaping hole on the left side of the line on the Panthers' first offensive play in a 54-0 rout of Bridgeport Red Hill in the opening round of the Class 1A playoffs Saturday in Camp Point, Ill. | Photo courtesy Mike Pritchard

CAMP POINT, Ill. — The first time Elijah Genenbacher touched the ball proved to be a harbinger of things to come Saturday afternoon. For both Genenbacher and the Camp Point Central football team. Genenbacher, a junior running back whose true passion is playing linebacker on defense, was handed the ball on Central’s first offensive play…

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Photo gallery: Camp Point Central runs roughshod to victory in Class 1A first-round playoff game

By Muddy River Sports | October 29, 2023
The Camp Point Central football team prepares to kick off during Saturday's Class 1A first-round playoff game against Bridgeport Red Hill in Camp Point, Ill. | Photo courtesy Mike Pritchard

CAMP POINT, Ill. — Once the Camp Point Central football team’s offense took the field, a spot in the second round of the Class 1A playoffs seemed secure. Elijah Genenbacher scored on a 68-yard run on the Panthers’ first play and they rolled to a 54-0 victory over Bridgeport Red Hill on Saturday. Next up…

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