Xavier High School of Middletown tonght shut out Staples High School 3-0 in the season home opener for the Wreckers.
The Wreckers take the field tonight in the third season opener under permanent lights. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Tony Riggio for WestportNow.com
The difference in the Friday night under the lights contest was a game-winning 20-yard field goal with 1.3 seconds left by senior kicker Andrew Verre.
The Wreckers knew going in it was going to be tough. The Falcons won three straight Class LL state championships from 2010-2012.
It was perfect football weather as Staples played its third season home opener under permanent lights. Next up for Staples is Wilton at Wilton on Sept. 19.
