Wet and cold and a slippery pigskin defined much of Batavia's opening round game against University Prep at Van Detta Stadium on Friday night.
Batavia pulled out a win, 24-12, after falling behind in a first half 12-8 marked by four fumbles.
In all, both teams would combine for more than 10 turnovers on the rain-soaked night.
U-Prep held Batavia's season-leading rusher, Ray Leach, to less than 40 yards on the ground. He did score the opening touchdown.
It was a tough night for passing, and with Leach pretty well bottled up by U-Prep's defense, Batavia turned to QB Jerry Reinhart to run the ball. He rushed for 66 yards and two touchdowns.
The star of the night was likely Anthony Ray, who had 10 tackles and two sacks, including one for a safety.
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