Armagost

CHERRY TWP — After Kyle Armagost was carried off the field late in Moniteau's 20-6 win against Clarion on Friday, there were no guarantees the senior would take another snap in a Warriors uniform.

Now, he might not miss a game.

An MRI revealed no significant damage in the right knee of Armagost, as the quarterback suffered a sprained MCL.

“He's just sore right now,” said Moniteau head coach Jeff Campbell. “It's good news, though — no tears, no breaks.”

The Warriors might have been just fine without him, but Moniteau fans no longer have to find out.

Campbell is just happpy one of his players doesn't have to suffer through the heartbreak of missing out on his senior year.

“It's a huge relief,” said Campbell. “In fact, it would be for any of these kids, especially in their senior year. You would hate to see that.

“These kids work hard all their life to get to their senior year, try to impress colleges. ... That would be horrible for any kid.”

Armagost certainly won't be 100 percent for Friday's tilt at Brookville, but he's been cleared by doctors and could still see playing time.

If Armagost does get on the field Friday, it will be in a limited capacity and on the offensive side of the ball only.

Moniteau was bracing for the worst, just in case the Warriors would be without their standout quarterback.

“When someone falls, the others must rise up,” said Campbell. “We were preparing as if we'd be without him for one, two games — or even for the whole season. ... This is the ultimate team sport.

“We've had injuries in the past and we'll have injuries in the future,” Campbell added. “You just have to deal with it.”

With Armagost hobbled, Monitaeu could turn to a rotation of quarterbacks on Friday. Dustin Geagan and Ethan Pry received reps during Tuesday's practice, while Tanner Blair and Joey Deal took turns at QB on Wednesday.

Each possess different strengths and could be utilized in specific situations depending on if the Warriors intend to run or throw.

“It could make us somewhat predictable,” said Campbell, “but they still have to stop it.”