Memorial football dominates Jasper in opening week victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 3:35 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Memorial High School started its 2026 season with a commanding 48-14 win over Jasper on August 21 at Jerry Brewer Alumni Stadium. The Tigers scored touchdowns on their first seven drives, showcasing a strong offense and a revamped defense. Quarterback Luke Brown threw for 209 yards, while Dru Ellis contributed four rushing touchdowns. The Tigers' explosive performance marks a promising start as they defend their SIAC title.
- •Memorial scored 48 points, the most against Jasper in their history.
- •Luke Brown completed 12 of 18 passes for 209 yards and two touchdowns.
- •Dru Ellis rushed for four touchdowns, including runs of 37 and 33 yards.
- •The Tigers scored on their first seven drives of the game.
- •Jasper struggled to respond, finishing with fewer first downs despite more possession time.
- 3:35 AMYahoo Sports — Memorial football sets a positive tone with dominant Week 1 victory over Jasper
"Memorial showed zero signs of complacency with a dominant performance to begin its SIAC title defense.
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