Fond du Lac Cardinals Surge into Playoffs with Statement Win Over Oshkosh West Plus Friday Scores

The Fond du Lac Cardinals football team heads into the postseason riding a wave of momentum after a commanding 48-14 victory over Oshkosh West on Friday night. The win not only showcased the team’s offensive firepower but also solidified their place in the playoffs with confidence and swagger.

Fond du Lac wasted no time asserting dominance, scoring touchdowns on their first two offensive possessions to jump out to a quick 14-0 lead. The Cardinals continued their relentless pace, building a staggering 42-0 advantage by halftime. Quarterback Eli Michalewicz connected with wide receiver Zavion Davis for an electrifying 62-yard touchdown pass that ignited the crowd and deflated Oshkosh West’s defense. Running back Mason Henschel added to the highlight reel with a powerful 41-yard touchdown run, capping off another explosive drive.

The second half saw Fond du Lac ease off the throttle, but the damage had already been done. Oshkosh West managed to put up 14 points, but the Cardinals’ early surge proved insurmountable.

With this victory, Fond du Lac wraps up the regular season with a 5-4 overall record and a 3-4 mark in the competitive Fox Valley Association. The team now turns its focus to the playoffs, where they’ll look to carry this momentum forward and make a deep run.

If they can replicate Friday night’s performance, the Cardinals might just be the team to watch this postseason.

Here are post game comments from Head Coach Sam Plucker

Flyway Conference

St. Mary’s Springs 30 Omro 0

Winnebago Lutheran 42 North Fond du Lac 0

Mayville 27 Lomira 14 – Mayville clinches Flyway Conference Championship

Campbellsport 25 Laconia 14

**Playoff pairings will be released on Saturday on kfiz.com

8-Player Football Playoffs

Williams Bay at Oakfield – 1:00pm kick off at North Fond du Lac