Clarke is looking to play up for Friday’s matchup against Atlantic

KJAN

2023 saw a 4-5 campaign for the Clarke Indians football program and a quick exit out of the 2A postseason with a 42-7 loss against Roland-Story. In just a year a lot has changed for Clarke including the hiring of their new Head Coach Justin Clutter. Coach Clutter sees a lot of potential within his team and how their underclassman brings a lot of promise in the future.

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Coach Clutter is also enthusiastic about the attendance he has seen in the weight room from most of his squad over the summer. That high attendance has helped Clarke get stronger and bigger. Players like sophomore Urijah Fry have taken advantage of the summer workouts and earned a starting spot.

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The Indians offensive line has also dedicated large amounts of time to summer workouts with high attendance in hope of increasing their power and brawn.

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Clarke is familiar with Atlantic as the Indians fell to the Trojans 47-33 over a year ago. Coach Clutter has been watching film on Atlantic’s week 0 victory against T.J. and he’s been telling his team to expect hardnosed football.

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Friday’s contest between Atlantic and Clarke will be held at the Trojan Bowl. Coach Clutter is looking forward to the trip as he appreciates the unique culture that the Trojan Bowl brings.

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KJANTV will have the coverage of Friday’s game with the pregame show starting at 6:30 P.M. and kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 P.M.