FERRIDAY — Even though his team was on the wrong end of a 46-0 score to end the season, Delta Charter coach Zach Rogel said it has been a positive year for Delta Storm football.

“We had our back against the wall a lot,” Rogel said. “I felt like we were the underdog 11 out of 12 weeks, and we ended up mustering out 4 wins.

“The seniors did a good job. They have set the culture for the future to come.”

The Storm (4-9) hosted the Kentwood High School Kangaroos (8-4) in Delta Charter’s first home playoff game during round two of the LHSAA Class 1A playoffs.

“(The Kangaroos) have no weaknesses,” Rogel said. “Everybody on the team is strong.

“We were outmatched on the line of scrimmage, and they just came out here and took care of business.”

In the victory, the Roos only needed seven first downs as most of Kentwood’s scoring came on big plays. The Roos had a total of 362 yards compared to the Storm’s 181.

The Storm’s senior quarterback Lee Lancaster passed for 102 yards, but was intercepted twice. Sophomore Trey Poole, who finished the game at quarterback, passed for 29 yards with one completion.

Senior wide receiver Dawson Woodruff had the best statistical night, catching five passes for 56 yards. He also deflected a couple passes.

“That’s every week with Dawson,” Rogel said. “He is one of our heart and soul guys and is going to be truly missed. Hopefully I will get to coach more guys like him.”

On defense, Thomas Richard led the team with 4 tackles and 1 sack. Drake Smith had 3 tackles and Freddie Mango also had a sack.

Rogel said he felt like his team would one day be on the same level with a program like Kentwood.

“We are really excited,” he said. “Whether it is 4, 5 or 6 years, I plan on being a part of it.”

Reaching the playoffs and being able to host was huge for the Storm.

“Last week, you face the No. 12 team and you put up 28 points,” Rogel said. “We have got the potential and I am excited I get to be a part of it.”

After the team broke huddle at the center of the field for the last time, Rogel said he was proud of each and every one of them.

“I consider them my family,” he said. “My door is always open to them. I am only  a phone call away.

“They are measured more from the way they handled their business than they are by their win and loss record. We will judge the success of this season in four years when we see where it helps us take our program.”

In the quarterfinals the Kangaroos will face the winner of today’s game between Arcadia Hornets and the White Castle Bulldogs.