Hanover Central dropped to 0–2 after a 49–7 home loss to Bishop Chatard, compounding a 31–0 defeat to Michigan City in its season opener. The Wildcats have struggled to generate consistency, with both offense and defense looking for traction heading into conference play.
On offense, Hanover Central has been unable to establish a ground game, leaving the team reliant on passing situations. Drives often stalled due to penalties and missed assignments, limiting scoring opportunities. The lone bright spot against Chatard came from a sustained drive capped with a touchdown, showing the potential for improvement when execution is sharp.
Defensively, the Wildcats have faced relentless opponents. Both Michigan City and Chatard found success moving the ball with balance, exploiting gaps and extending plays. Hanover Central has yet to string together stops across four quarters, which has allowed opponents to build momentum and separation.
While the early results are challenging, the Wildcats view these opening games as chances to learn and grow. With conference opponents looming, Hanover Central will focus on discipline and fundamentals as they seek to turn their season around.
