The 2012 Spartans finished the regular season with a perfect 10-0 record for only the second time is school history.  The Spartans managed to maintain the lead in every second of their 10 regular season games.  The season showcased a stingy defense that was ranked second in the LL League, forcing 31 turnovers and scoring 7 TD’s from the defensive side of the ball.  All 11 defenders played team defense in the truest sense of the word. Individual defensive leaders include Khalil Fox wit h7 sacks, Matt Martin with 6 interceptions, and Rylan Sweed with 72 tackles.  The defense gave up a league low of 109 yards rushing per game.

The offense was led by a strong offensive line, sophomore QB Mitch Martin and senior Adam Haas averaged 37 points per game.  Mitch Martin had an incredible sophomore campaign  throwing for over 1100 yards and 15 TD’s and rushing for over 600 yards and 10 TD’s.  Adam Haas at running back, eclipsed the 1000 yards mark rushing and rushed for 18 TD’s.  This is the first 1000 yard rusher for GS since Ross Shober in 2006.  Austin Haas led receivers with 21 catches.  The Spartans made hard work, commitment, and sacrifice their credo as led by team captains include Rylan Sweed, Ben Swarr, Adam Haas, and Ben Weaver.

The Spartans finished with a #5 District 3 AAA ranking and earned a home playoff game for the second time in school history facing the Manheim Central Barons.  The Spartans suffered a disappoint loss as they were plagued turnovers and bad field position.  Also, 2 TD’s were called back on penalties that did not influence the play.  Despite the loss, the Spartans outgained the Barons in yards per carry and first downs.

With two strong seasons in a row including playoff appearances, the standard has been set for the 2013 Spartans to continue the relentless pursuit of a District Championship.