Firebirds’ Defense Keeps Carroll Within Reach in Battle for the Old Musket

WAUKESHA, Wis. — The Carthage College football team battled Carroll University on Saturday evening at Schneider Stadium, falling 20-0 in a College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin matchup for the Old Musket. The Firebirds’ defense kept the game within reach throughout the first half and made several key stops in critical situations, but Carthage was unable to generate enough offensive production to overcome the deficit. Final Score: Carroll 20 – Carthage 0 Location: Waukesha, Wisconsin – Schneider Stadium Records: Carroll 3-1, 2-0 CCIW; Carthage 1-2, 0-1 CCIW Carthage’s defense opened the game with an interception, giving the Firebirds possession at…