Providence High School football faced a challenging debut under new leadership, suffering a 17-7 defeat against Nazareth in their first game following coach Tyler Plantz's dismissal. Running back Broden Mackert delivered a solid performance with 119 rushing yards and scored the team's only touchdown. The loss marks a difficult start for the program's transition period, though Mackert's efforts provide a foundation for improvement as the Western Illinois-bound athlete continues his senior season campaign.

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