(Atlantic) — Last year was a bittersweet ending to Trojan Football. Atlantic ending the season on a 3-game winning streak and won a closely contested game against Creston 26-21. The win gave Atlantic a respectable record of (5-4) and confidence into what seemed a playoff berth. Instead, the Trojans barely missed out on the playoffs and the season ended early in October.

Fast forward a year later and this Trojan Squad is excited for football to be back. Hard work has been put in over the summer and it went by in a flash.

This Atlantic team will have a different look with 22 seniors graduating last year. That brings in a lot of young players and Coach Brummer is aware of the challenge.

Colton Rasmussen a Senior and an all-state receiver last year is locked in for the upcoming season. One of the key contributors to the Trojan offense last year with 38 receptions, 762 receiving yards, and 12 touchdowns.  He has goals of playing at the same level he did a year ago.

Rasmussen also sees how discounted Atlantic has been with the loss of their core seniors. Yet, he has confidence in his younger teammates.

Confidence isn’t the only strength this Trojan team is bringing into the 2023 season. Senior, running back Dante Hedrington who played a massive role in the Trojan run game last year gaining over 600 yards on 131 carries likes the bond his team has.

When asked about goals, Senior, cornerback Nolan Waters commented on the focus for district play. Waters had a solid defensive year and accumulated 14 solo tackles.

Atlantic starts its season Friday August 25th at Clarke. Kickoff is at 7:30pm and KJAN will have full coverage.