Thunderbirds grind out victory on the back of their defense against Upsala-Swanville in Class A tournament

Thunderbirds grind out victory on the back of their defense against Upsala-Swanville in Class A tournament

MORRIS — Fresh off a Section 8A championship, the Mahnomen-Waubun football team defeated Upsala Swanville 17-8 in the Class A tournament on Friday, Nov. 7. The Thunderbirds’ defense stopped the Bison offense in its tracks, forcing the Bison to punt on their first three drives. Brody Lhotka and Colson Stock recorded multiple tackles in the first half, keeping it scoreless. Zach Zima picked off the quarterback at midfield in the first quarter. Off…