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Frankfort pulls away from Moorefield in season opener, 34-12

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Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Frankfort pulls away from Moorefield in season opener, 34-12
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Frankfort secured a 34-12 victory over Moorefield in a season-opening football game on Friday at Frankfort Stadium. The Falcons, currently on a 28-game win streak, pulled away late after holding an eight-point lead. A pivotal moment came when Cole Shanholtz returned an onside kick for a touchdown, followed by Antonio Ottaviani's interception and another touchdown by Peyton Brittingham. Frankfort's offense was steady yet lacked explosiveness without star player Braydn Tyler, who was unavailable. Moorefield kept the game competitive, trailing 20-12 late before the Falcons sealed the win with a defensive fumble recovery and a final touchdown.

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  • •Frankfort led by eight points late in the game
  • •Cole Shanholtz scored on a 53-yard return
  • •Antonio Ottaviani made an interception
  • •Frankfort was without Braydn Tyler for the game
  • •Moorefield is expected to improve this season
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SHORT GAP, W.Va. — After just over 43 minutes, a big play seemed like only a matter of time for Frankfort. The Falcons, riding a 28-game win streak and leading by eight late in the game, finally got one, as Cole Shanholtz picked up an onside kick and returned it 53 yards for a touchdown. An Antonio Ottaviani interception and Peyton Brittingham touchdown later, the Falcons got out of Dodge with ...

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