Gaylord St. Mary allows 1.6 points per game entering playoffs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 8:02 AM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Gaylord St. Mary (GSM) enters the playoffs with an unbeaten record and a remarkable defensive statistic, allowing only 1.6 points per game throughout the season. The Snowbirds had five consecutive shutouts and permitted just 14 total points, nearly breaking the single-season record for 8-player football. This defensive strength will be tested against St. Ignace, who had a strong offensive season averaging 47.9 points per game. GSM has also shown offensive capability, averaging 52.1 points per game themselves. The upcoming matchup is crucial as the winner might face a high-scoring contender in the next round.
- •GSM finished the regular season unbeaten.
- •Defense allowed just 14 points, with five shutouts.
- •Next match is against St. Ignace, who averaged 47.9 points.
- •GSM averaged 52.1 points per game during the season.
- •Potential challenge from Lake Linden-Hubbell in the playoffs.
- 8:02 AMYahoo Sports — GSM allowed 1.6 points per game. Will that fuel a title run? | Jespersen
"Jespersen: Does defense win championships in 8-player football? Gaylord St. Mary allowed just 14 points this season and is ready to find out.
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