Moeller football coach Bert Bathiany was nearly speechless shortly after speaking with his victorious team Friday night at West Clermont.

Moeller just defeated visiting St. Xavier 30-13 in front of a sold-out, electric atmosphere featuring two Greater Catholic League South division teams opening conference play this season.

“A lot of hard work went into this one,” Bathiany said. “This one felt good. Really proud of these guys. Really proud of these seniors.”

Moeller scored on its opening drive in the first quarter and never trailed in the game. Senior running back Dante Ware scored on a 9-yard touchdown run at the 9:52 mark to give Moeller an early lead.

St. Xavier responded when senior quarterback Jackson Frey found senior wide receiver Cam Taylor for a 28-yard touchdown pass connecti

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