High School Football: Centennial moves on to 6A semifinals with win over top seed Shakopee

Centennial is headed to the Class 6A state semifinals after surviving a defensive battle and defeating Shakopee 10-6 in a state quarterfinal game Friday night at Farmington high school.

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The Cougars took the lead just before halftime when quarterback Jack Wiste connected with Nolan Larson on an 18-yard touchdown pass with 21 seconds left in the second quarter, giving Centennial a 7-0 advantage.

Shakopee answered early in the fourth quarter. Wisconsin commit Blake Betton scored on a 6-yard touchdown run with 10:03 remaining, the Sabers trailed 7-6.

Centennial delivered the winning points later in the quarter. Keegan Prigge drilled a 39-yard field goal with 4:40 left give the Cougars a 10-6 lead.

The Cougars’ defense preserved the lead through the final minutes, sending Centennial into the C...