Freeman football opens season with three consecutive wins

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 11:50 PM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Summary

The Freeman football program, now competing in Class 9A, has secured a 3-0 start to its season. The team most recently earned a 52-13 win against Howard on Friday, Sept. 4, marking the third consecutive game in which the Flyers have scored at least 36 points. Despite graduating several all-state contributors from last year's undefeated championship squad, the Flyers have integrated new starters into key roles. Junior quarterback Tayden Kerrigan has led the offense, recording 456 passing yards and nine touchdown passes through the first three games. The defense has limited opponents to an average of 12.6 points per game during the undefeated stretch.

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  • Freeman holds a 3-0 record to start the season in Class 9A.
  • The Flyers defeated Howard 52-13 on Sept. 4.
  • Tayden Kerrigan has completed 23 of 28 passes for nine touchdowns.
  • Easton Tschetter leads the team with 32 tackles and four receiving touchdowns.
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Sep. 8—FREEMAN, S.D. — The names may have changed, the classification may be different and the Freeman Flyers may no longer be sharing a roster with Marion and Freeman Academy, but through three games, the results look awfully familiar. A year after Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy captured the Class 9AA state championship and an undefeated season, the Freeman football program has opened its ...

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