The Central High School Bears snapped a year‑long losing streak on Friday night, edging Bosse High School 37‑32 in Week 2 of the season after a disastrous 56‑14 setback against Mater Dei the week before. The victory, played at Enlow Field in Evansville, Indiana, marked a decisive turnaround for a program that had struggled to find momentum early in the campaign.
A Turnaround on the Field
Coach Brandon Artis stressed that disciplined preparation and mental readiness were the cornerstones of the comeback, noting that the team must stay focused for all four quarters to sustain success. He warned that past collapses often stem from a loss of composure when adversity strikes, and he is determined to avoid that pitfall moving forward.
Junior defender Colton DeJarnette was a catalyst on the defensive side, tallying a team‑high 17 tackles and embodying the renewed urgency that Artis has demanded. Off the field, DeJarnette draws motivation from his family, especially his brother Devon, whose support fuels his commitment to perform at his best.
On offense, senior quarterback Hunter Broshears and wide receiver Kemani Doyle combined for a productive night, with Broshears delivering key passes and Doyle making crucial receptions that helped the Bears secure the narrow win. Their contributions underscored the importance of balanced play in a game where every point mattered.
Coach Artis Highlights Discipline and Chemistry
Artis highlighted that the Bears’ recent emphasis on chemistry and team bonding has begun to erase the behavioral issues that plagued them in previous seasons. The program, which captured four of five sectional titles between 2010 and 2020, is hopeful that this renewed cohesion will translate into a return to its former glory.
The upcoming Week 3 showdown against defending conference champion Memorial Tigers will be a stringent test of the Bears’ newfound consistency and mental resilience. As they prepare to face a team that previously handed them a lopsided loss, Central’s coaching staff and players are gearing up for a battle that could define the rest of their season.